Description

Thielavin A CAS NO 71950-66-8 is a specialized natural product compound belonging to the class of fungal metabolites. This compound is valued for its role as a potent and specific inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis, making it a critical tool in biochemical and pharmacological research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development laboratories investigating inflammatory pathways and enzyme mechanisms.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific inhibitor in studies of cyclooxygenase (COX) and prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase pathways.
• Pharmacological Studies: Serves as a reference standard and active compound in the investigation of anti-inflammatory agents and their mechanisms of action.
• Enzyme Inhibition Assays: Employed in in vitro assays to study the inhibition kinetics and selectivity of prostaglandin synthesis enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Acts as a lead compound or molecular probe in the discovery and development of new therapeutic agents targeting inflammation.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in microbiology, natural product chemistry, and cell signaling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thielavin A
CAS No.	71950-66-8
Molecular Formula	C27H34O9
Molecular Weight	502.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Thielavin A; 71950-66-8; Thielavin; NSC 339586; (3R,4S,4aS,5R,6S,7R,8R,8aR)-3,4,5,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,5,6,7,8-pentahydroxy-3-[(1E)-1-propen-1-yl]-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; Fungal metabolite from *Thielavia terricola*; Prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor
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Quality Control

Our Thielavin A is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity confirmation and structural verification via spectroscopic methods. 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 (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.