Description

Meleagrin CAS NO 71751-77-4 is a naturally occurring fungal metabolite belonging to the oxaline family of alkaloids. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmaceutical research due to its unique structural features and biological activity profile. It serves as a valuable reference standard and intermediate for researchers in medicinal chemistry and natural product development. Key target sectors include academic and industrial R&D laboratories focused on drug discovery and mycotoxin studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and biochemical tool in the study of alkaloid biosynthesis and fungal metabolites.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Serves as a key intermediate or lead compound for the synthesis and development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Natural Product Analysis: Employed as an analytical standard in the identification and quantification of fungal-derived compounds in complex matrices.
• Biological Studies: Utilized in bioactivity screening to investigate potential antimicrobial, cytotoxic, or other pharmacological properties.
• Mycotoxin Research: Acts as a model compound in studies related to fungal contamination and the chemistry of fungal secondary metabolites.

Basic Information

Product Name	Meleagrin
CAS No.	71751-77-4
Molecular Formula	C28H30N4O7
Molecular Weight	534.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Meleagrine; NSC 329914; Oxaline; 3,12-Dihydro-6,9-dihydroxy-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1,11-dimethyl-13-oxa-1,5,8,11-tetraazacyclotetradeca-5,7,12,14-tetraene-2,4,10-trione; Fungal metabolite from Penicillium oxalicum; Alkaloid PO-3
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Quality Control

Our Meleagrin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific 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 (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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