Description

4-Epianhydrotetracycline is a key chemical intermediate and derivative of the tetracycline class of antibiotics. This compound is significant for research and development in pharmaceutical synthesis, particularly in the study of antibiotic structure-activity relationships and degradation pathways. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, analytical reference standard producers, and manufacturers of fine chemicals for advanced synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the research and synthesis of novel tetracycline derivatives and analogs.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and impurity profiling of tetracycline-based drugs.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating the mechanism of action, resistance, and metabolic pathways of tetracycline antibiotics.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: A valuable starting material for the preparation of specialized compounds for academic and industrial research projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Epianhydrotetracycline
CAS No.	7518-17-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₂₂N₂O₇
Molecular Weight	426.42 g/mol
Synonyms	4-EATC; 4-Epi-anhydrotetracycline; 4-EAT; Anhydro-4-epitetracycline; 4-Epianhydro-ATC; NSC 529070; 2-Naphthacenecarboxamide, 4-(dimethylamino)-1,4,4a,5,5a,6,11,12a-octahydro-3,6,10,12,12a-pentahydroxy-6-methyl-1,11-dioxo-, (4S,4aS,5aS,6S,12aS)-
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Quality Control

Our 4-Epianhydrotetracycline is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high purity and consistency. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, to meet stringent research-grade specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurities is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0% Any single unknown impurity ≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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