Description

Hydroxydihydrofusarubin is a specialized naphthoquinone pigment and secondary metabolite derived from *Fusarium* species. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a biochemical precursor and reference standard in mycotoxin and phytotoxin research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on analytical chemistry, mycology, and plant pathology. The product is supplied with full analytical documentation to ensure research integrity and reproducibility.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical reference standard for the identification and quantification of fusarubin-related mycotoxins in agricultural and food safety testing.
• Phytopathology Studies: Used to study fungal virulence mechanisms and the role of specific metabolites in plant-fungus interactions.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed as a high-purity calibrant for developing and validating HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Acts as a starting material or intermediate for the synthesis of novel compounds with potential bioactivity.
• Microbiology & Mycology: Utilized in studies investigating the metabolic pathways and secondary metabolite production of *Fusarium* and related fungi.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Provides a verified standard for the quality assurance of related microbial fermentation products or natural extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxydihydrofusarubin
CAS No.	71724-92-0
Molecular Formula	C15H14O7
Molecular Weight	306.27 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydrofusarubin; 5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-8-hydroxyfusarubin; Fusarubin, 8-hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-; Dihydro-8-hydroxyfusarubin; Hydrofusarubin; 8-Hydroxytetrahydrofusarubin; (8R)-8-Hydroxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydrofusarubin
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Quality Control

Our Hydroxydihydrofusarubin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. We adhere to relevant guidelines for reference standard materials to support reliable scientific outcomes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to reddish-brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 2.0% (KF)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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