Description

Aspochalasin D is a potent and specific fungal metabolite belonging to the cytochalasin family, known for its unique biological activity. This compound is a valuable research-grade biochemical for studying cytoskeletal dynamics and cellular processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and scientists in the fields of cell biology, pharmacology, and mycology. Aspochalasin D CAS NO 71968-02-0 serves as a critical tool for investigating actin polymerization and related cellular functions.

Application

• Cytoskeletal Research: Acts as a specific inhibitor of actin polymerization, used to study cell motility, morphology, and division.
• Pharmacological Studies: Employed as a reference standard and bioactive probe in drug discovery and mechanism-of-action research.
• Cell Biology Assays: Utilized in vitro to disrupt the actin network for experiments involving membrane trafficking and organelle movement.
• Mycological Research: Studied for its role as a secondary metabolite in fungal biology and fungal-host interactions.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: A tool for dissecting signaling pathways that involve the actin cytoskeleton.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aspochalasin D
CAS No.	71968-02-0
Molecular Formula	C29H35NO5
Molecular Weight	477.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Aspochalasin D; Cytochalasin D derivative; (3S,6S,7S,8S,16R)-6,7-Epoxy-17,18-didehydro-4,5-dihydro-3-hydroxy-16-methyl-10-phenyl-[11]cytochalasa-13(16),17,19,21-tetraene-1,23-dione; [11]Cytochalasa-13(16),17,19,21-tetraene-1,23-dione, 6,7-epoxy-17,18-didehydro-4,5-dihydro-3-hydroxy-16-methyl-10-phenyl-, (3S,6S,7S,8S,16R)-
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Quality Control

Our Aspochalasin D is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, moisture-free environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, ethanol; slightly soluble in aqueous buffers

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