Description

4-Methoxyglucobrassicin is a specialized, naturally occurring glucosinolate compound derived from cruciferous plants. This high-purity phytochemical is valued for its role as a key biosynthetic precursor and a reference standard in advanced research. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and agricultural biotechnology sectors for developing novel bioactive compounds and plant growth regulators.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of indole phytoalexins and anti-cancer agent biosynthesis.
• Nutraceutical Development: Serves as a high-purity ingredient for research into specialized dietary supplements derived from cruciferous vegetables.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Employed in studies focused on plant defense mechanisms, stress response, and the development of natural plant growth promoters.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a certified reference material (CRM) for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of glucosinolates in complex matrices via HPLC and LC-MS.
• Biochemical Studies: Acts as a substrate for investigating the enzymatic activity of myrosinase and the subsequent formation of bioactive breakdown products.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxyglucobrassicin
CAS No.	83327-21-3
Molecular Formula	C16H21NO10S2
Molecular Weight	475.47 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxyindol-3-ylmethylglucosinolate; Glucobrassicin, 4-methoxy-; 1-S-[4-Methoxyindol-3-yl)methyl] 1-thio-β-D-glucopyranose hydrogensulfate (inner salt); 4-Methoxy-1H-indole-3-ylmethyl glucosinolate; Neoglucobrassicin (common name); 4-MeOGBS
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxyglucobrassicin is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles, and our analytical methods, including HPLC and NMR, are validated to provide reliable specifications for our clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to ambient conditions or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity. For long-term storage, consider desiccant and inert atmosphere options.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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