Description

(-)-Mitorubrinic Acid CAS NO 58958-07-9 is a specific enantiomer of the natural azaphilone pigment mitorubrinic acid, known for its distinct biological and chemical properties. This compound is of significant interest in advanced research and development due to its role as a key chiral intermediate and its potential bioactivity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and fine chemical synthesis sectors for applications ranging from novel drug discovery to the development of specialized analytical standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical chiral building block or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a tool compound to investigate specific biological pathways, enzyme interactions, and cellular processes.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex organic molecules and natural product analogs.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference material in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, LC-MS) for method development and quality control.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studies in organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and chemical biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Mitorubrinic Acid
CAS No.	58958-07-9
Molecular Formula	C14H12O6
Molecular Weight	276.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Mitorubrinic acid; (R)-Mitorubrinic acid; L-Mitorubrinic acid; (R)-3,5-Dimethyl-8-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7-methyl-1H-2-benzopyran-1,4(3H)-dione; Azaphilone pigment derivative; Monomeric mitorubrinic acid enantiomer
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (-)-Mitorubrinic Acid is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is thoroughly characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content	< 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%

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