Description

(±)-Oxylubimin CAS NO 55784-90-2 is a chiral sesquiterpenoid compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and phytochemical research. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate and reference standard for the study of plant-derived metabolites and biosynthetic pathways. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries, where precise chiral building blocks are required for the development of new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral synthon in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of potential bioactive compounds for crop protection and plant growth regulation.
• Fragrance & Flavor Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating complex, natural-identical aroma molecules.
• Academic & Analytical Research: Employed as a high-purity reference standard in phytochemistry and natural product studies.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the development of probes to study enzyme mechanisms and metabolic pathways in plants.
• Process Chemistry Development: Supports route scouting and optimization for the scalable production of sesquiterpenoid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(±)-Oxylubimin
CAS No.	55784-90-2
Molecular Formula	C15H22O2
Molecular Weight	234.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Oxylubimin (racemic); (±)-9,10-Epoxy-4,5-seco-guaia-1(10),11(13)-dien-12,5-olide; 4,5-Secoguaia-1(10),11(13)-dien-12,5-olide, 9,10-epoxy-, (±)-; Racemic Oxylubimin; 1(10),11(13)-Guaiadien-12,5-olide, 9,10-epoxy-4,5-seco-; 4,5-Secoguaia-1(10),11-dien-12,5-olide, 9,10-epoxy-; Sesquiterpene lactone intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (±)-Oxylubimin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance with research and cGMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.