Description

Dehydrodiconiferyl Alcohol is a naturally occurring lignan derivative, a dimeric compound formed from coniferyl alcohol units. It serves as a valuable reference standard and research chemical for studying plant biochemistry and natural product synthesis. This compound is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and phytochemical industries for analytical and development purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard in the isolation, identification, and quantification of bioactive lignans from plant extracts.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a marker compound for quality control in herbal supplements containing lignan-rich botanicals like flaxseed or sesame.
• Biosynthetic Studies: Acts as a key intermediate or model compound in research on lignin and lignan biosynthesis pathways in plants.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a building block or precursor for the synthesis of more complex lignan derivatives with potential biological activity.
• Analytical Chemistry: Provides a high-purity standard for method development and validation in chromatographic techniques such as HPLC and LC-MS.
• Life Science Research: Investigated for its potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, or other biological properties in preclinical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dehydrodiconiferyl Alcohol
CAS No.	528814-97-3
Molecular Formula	C20H22O6
Molecular Weight	358.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Dehydrodiconiferyl alcohol; (±)-Dehydrodiconiferyl alcohol; 4-[(1E)-3-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-propen-1-yl]-2,6-dimethoxyphenol; Dihydrodehydrodiconiferyl alcohol (related); Lignan P1; A reference lignan standard.
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Quality Control

Our Dehydrodiconiferyl Alcohol is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing the specific results for that lot. Our quality systems ensure the material meets the high standards required for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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