Description

(16R)-9β,16,17-Trihydroxykauran-18-Oic Acid CAS NO 63558-38-3 is a high-purity diterpenoid compound belonging to the kaurenoic acid family. This specialized intermediate is valued for its complex, functionalized structure, which serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and natural product derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Natural Product Synthesis: Used in the semi-synthesis or total synthesis of complex diterpenoid natural products.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a reference standard or precursor in studies of plant hormone biosynthesis and related metabolic pathways.
• Organic Chemistry Research: Utilized as a sophisticated starting material for methodological studies in stereoselective synthesis and functional group transformations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	(16R)-9β,16,17-Trihydroxykauran-18-Oic Acid
CAS No.	63558-38-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₂O₅
Molecular Weight	352.47 g/mol
Synonyms	9β,16α,17-Trihydroxykauran-18-oic acid; (16R)-9β,16,17-Trihydroxy-kauran-18-oic acid; ent-9β,16α,17-Trihydroxykauran-18-oic acid; Kaurenoic acid triol derivative; Kaur-16-en-18-oic acid, 9,16,17-trihydroxy-, (9β,16α)-; Gibberellin biosynthesis intermediate
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Quality Control

Our (16R)-9β,16,17-Trihydroxykauran-18-Oic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP starting material requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when possible to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.