Description

Onchidal is a unique, naturally occurring marine-derived compound with significant biological activity. This specialized chemical is valued in research and development for its potent and specific mode of action as an irreversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase. It serves as a critical reference standard and a promising lead compound for scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and biochemical research sectors, particularly those investigating neuroactive agents and novel enzyme inhibitors.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a highly specific, irreversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase (AChE) in enzymatic studies and mechanism-of-action research.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a reference standard and a lead compound for the development of new neuroactive pharmaceuticals targeting cholinergic systems.
• Agrochemical Discovery: Investigated as a template for developing novel, selective insecticides and pesticides based on its neurotoxic properties.
• Neuroscience Studies: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories to study cholinergic neurotransmission, synaptic function, and related neurological pathways.
• Marine Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a key compound of interest in the study of bioactive metabolites derived from marine mollusks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Onchidal
CAS No.	67656-42-2
Molecular Formula	C15H22O3
Molecular Weight	250.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E,4E,6E)-7-(2,6-Dimethylhepta-1,5-dien-1-yl)-5-methyl-2,4,6-heptatrien-4-olide; Onchidal acetate (common name); Marine-derived acetylcholinesterase inhibitor; Onchidial
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Quality Control

Our Onchidal is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all quality parameters is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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