Description

4,10-Dihydrofusarubin is a specialized naphthoquinone pigment and secondary metabolite of significant interest in advanced research and development. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in the study of fungal biochemistry and natural product synthesis. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and biotechnology sectors for applications in drug discovery, bioactivity screening, and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and intermediate in the discovery and development of novel antimicrobial and anticancer agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a tool compound to investigate fungal metabolism, pigment biosynthesis pathways, and enzyme interactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in R&D for evaluating natural product-derived compounds with potential pesticidal or antifungal activity.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a high-purity calibration standard for HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods in quality control laboratories.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for studies in organic chemistry, mycology, and natural product isolation.
• Cosmetic Science: Investigated for potential applications in developing bioactive ingredients derived from natural sources.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,10-Dihydrofusarubin
CAS No.	67533-03-3
Molecular Formula	C15H14O6
Molecular Weight	290.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4,10-Dihydrofusarubin; 5,8-Dihydroxy-2,7-dimethoxy-3-methyl-1,4-naphthoquinone; Fusarubin derivative; 3-Methyl-5,8-dihydroxy-2,7-dimethoxy-1,4-naphthoquinone; NSC 339585; Natural Red Pigment (Fusarium); Antibiotic LL-S88alpha; 1,4-Naphthoquinone, 5,8-dihydroxy-2,7-dimethoxy-3-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 4,10-Dihydrofusarubin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to reddish-brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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