Description

4-Hydroxycephalotaxine is a key alkaloid derivative of the Cephalotaxus genus, valued for its role as a critical intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is of significant interest for its structural relationship to bioactive natural products, particularly in the study of novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the synthesis of complex molecules and the investigation of new drug candidates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex alkaloids and potential drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or reagent in studies exploring plant alkaloid biosynthesis and biological activity.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new therapeutic compounds with improved efficacy.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for chemical education and natural product chemistry projects.
• Analytical Standard: Acts as a high-purity standard for qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxycephalotaxine
CAS No.	84567-08-8
Molecular Formula	C18H21NO5
Molecular Weight	331.37 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxycephalotaxine; Cephalotaxine, 4-hydroxy-; 4-Hydroxy-cephalotaxine; 4-Hydroxycephalotaxin; (1S,3aR,14bS)-1,2,3,3a,4,5,7,14b-Octahydro-1-hydroxy-6-methoxy-3a,8-dimethylfuro[3',4':6,7]azepino[1,2-b]isoquinoline-3,9-dione
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxycephalotaxine is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, with specifications suitable for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

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 light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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