Description

2β,6α-Dihydroxy-1β-Methyl-8-Methylenegibbane-1α,4Aα,10β-Tricarboxylic Acid is a complex gibberellin-related diterpenoid acid derivative. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a key synthetic intermediate or reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and plant growth regulator research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on agricultural chemistry, plant physiology, and the development of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a sophisticated building block for the synthesis of novel gibberellin analogs with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in research and development of next-generation plant growth regulators, herbicides, or biostimulants.
• Biochemical Reference Standard: Acts as a high-purity analytical standard for the quantification and study of gibberellin pathways in plant systems.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for studies in plant hormone signaling, biosynthesis, and metabolism.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable precursor for the custom synthesis of complex diterpenoid structures for various specialty chemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2β,6α-Dihydroxy-1β-Methyl-8-Methylenegibbane-1α,4Aα,10β-Tricarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	57672-81-8
Molecular Formula	C20H24O9
Molecular Weight	408.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2β,6α-Dihydroxy-1β-methyl-8-methylenegibb-4a(1H)-ene-1α,4aα,10β-tricarboxylic acid; 8-Methylenegibbane-1α,4aα,10β-tricarboxylic acid, 2β,6α-dihydroxy-1β-methyl-; Gibberellin A14 aldehyde derivative; GA14 aldehyde acid; Diterpenoid gibbane tricarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

We supply 2β,6α-Dihydroxy-1β-Methyl-8-Methylenegibbane-1α,4Aα,10β-Tricarboxylic Acid in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis, to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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