Description

Dihydrotanshinone I is a bioactive diterpenoid quinone compound, a key constituent derived from the traditional medicinal herb *Salvia miltiorrhiza* (Danshen). This compound is valued for its significant role as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in research and development. It is primarily sought after by professionals in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced life science sectors for applications in cardiovascular research, anti-inflammatory studies, and metabolic disorder investigations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of Danshen extracts and related products in quality control laboratories.
• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents targeting cardiovascular diseases.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate mechanisms of action related to antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-proliferative activities.
• Natural Product & Nutraceutical Development: Incorporated into standardized herbal formulations and dietary supplements for cardiovascular support.
• Academic & Clinical Research: Utilized as a probe compound to study pharmacokinetics, metabolism, and structure-activity relationships (SAR) of tanshinone derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydrotanshinone I
CAS No.	87205-99-0
Molecular Formula	C18H14O3
Molecular Weight	278.30 g/mol
Synonyms	15,16-Dihydrotanshinone I; (+)-Dihydrotanshinone I; 1,2,6,7,8,9-Hexahydro-1,6,6-trimethylfuro[3,2-c]naphtho[2,1-e]oxepine-10,12-dione; Danshenxinkun D; NSC 365798; DHT I; Dihydrotanshinone
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Quality Control

Our Dihydrotanshinone I is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the container sealed to protect the light-sensitive compound from degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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