Description

Acacipetalin CAS NO 644-68-8 is a specialized cyanogenic glycoside, a secondary plant metabolite of significant interest in biochemical research and development. This compound is valued for its role as a natural product precursor and its utility in studying plant defense mechanisms and biosynthetic pathways. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the phytochemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for applications ranging from analytical standards to the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules.

Application

• Phytochemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and NMR for the identification and quantification of cyanogenic compounds in plant extracts and botanical products.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a key substrate or intermediate in studies of cyanogenesis, enzyme kinetics (e.g., β-glucosidase activity), and plant metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Precursor: Investigated for its potential as a starting material or biosynthetic intermediate in the development of specialized pharmaceutical agents.
• Agrochemical Studies: Employed in research focused on natural plant defense chemicals and their implications for crop protection and pest resistance.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Acts as a target molecule for isolation from natural sources or for use in synthetic organic chemistry to create analogs and derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acacipetalin
CAS No.	644-68-8
Molecular Formula	C14H17NO7
Molecular Weight	311.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Acacipetalin; (2R)-2-Phenyl-2-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxyacetonitrile; D-Acacipetalin; Cyanogenic glycoside from Acacia species
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Quality Control

Our Acacipetalin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is 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 (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
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.