Description

Sclerotigenin is a specialized fungal metabolite and secondary metabolite of significant interest in advanced biochemical research and development. This compound matters for its role as a key reference standard and a potential precursor in the study of mycotoxins and fungal biosynthesis pathways. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and analytical service providers focused on mycology, natural product chemistry, and toxicology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a high-purity reference standard in the study of fungal metabolites and their biological activities.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a critical calibration standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods in mycotoxin analysis.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in research investigating the biosynthetic pathways of sclerotia-producing fungi.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: A vital tool for universities and research institutes conducting studies in mycology and natural product discovery.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Utilized as an impurity marker or identification standard in the QC of agricultural or food products for fungal contamination.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sclerotigenin
CAS No.	65641-84-1
Molecular Formula	C15H14O5
Molecular Weight	274.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Sclerotigenin; (3R)-3,4-Dihydro-3,8-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-3-methyl-1H-2-benzopyran-1-one; 1H-2-Benzopyran-1-one, 3,4-dihydro-3,8-dihydroxy-6-methoxy-3-methyl-, (3R)-; Sclerotigenin, (-)-; NSC 339586
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Quality Control

Our Sclerotigenin is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.