Description

Dihydromethysticin(P) is a bioactive kavalactone compound, a key constituent derived from the Kava plant (*Piper methysticum*). This high-purity reference standard is essential for analytical research, quality control, and the development of nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality assurance professionals in the pharmaceutical, dietary supplement, and botanical extract industries for method validation and compound identification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of kavalactones in drug formulations and herbal medicines.
• Dietary Supplement Analysis: Critical for the quality control and standardization of Kava-based dietary supplements to ensure potency and batch-to-batch consistency.
• Biomedical Research: Serves as a key reagent in pharmacological and toxicological studies investigating the neurological effects and metabolic pathways of kavalactones.
• Method Development & Validation: Employed in analytical laboratories to develop and validate HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS methods for natural product analysis.
• Botanical Authentication: Used as a marker compound to authenticate and profile *Piper methysticum* extracts and raw materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydromethysticin(P)
CAS No.	6581-46-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₆O₅
Molecular Weight	276.28 g/mol
Synonyms	Dihydromethysticin; 5,6-Dihydro-7,8-dihydrokawain; 7,8-Dihydrokavain; Dihydrokavain; (+)-Dihydromethysticin; (R)-Dihydromethysticin; NSC 328836; DHK
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Quality Control

Our Dihydromethysticin(P) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR, MS). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade standards. Certificates are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from 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)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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