Description

Isotrichodermin CAS NO 91423-90-4 is a trichothecene mycotoxin and a key intermediate in the study of fungal metabolites and their biological activities. This compound is of significant interest for research and development in the fields of mycology, toxicology, and pharmacology. It serves as a critical reference standard and building block for scientists and professionals in pharmaceutical development, agricultural chemistry, and analytical testing laboratories.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and intermediate in the study of trichothecene biosynthesis, toxicity mechanisms, and potential pharmacological activities.
• Mycotoxin Analysis: Serves as a critical analytical standard for the accurate identification and quantification of trichothecene contaminants in food, feed, and environmental samples via HPLC, LC-MS, or GC-MS.
• Agricultural Chemistry: Employed in research to understand fungal pathogenesis and to develop strategies for crop protection against mycotoxin-producing fungi.
• Toxicological Studies: Utilized as a model compound to investigate the cellular and molecular effects of trichothecenes, aiding in risk assessment and safety evaluation.
• Biochemical Research: Acts as a tool compound for studying enzyme inhibition, signal transduction pathways, and other biochemical processes affected by sesquiterpenoid mycotoxins.
• Reference Material Production: Used by certified reference material (CRM) manufacturers to produce calibrated standards for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isotrichodermin
CAS No.	91423-90-4
Molecular Formula	C17H22O5
Molecular Weight	306.35 g/mol
Synonyms	12,13-Epoxytrichothec-9-ene-4,15-diol, 4-acetate; (3α,4β,8α)-12,13-Epoxytrichothec-9-en-4-ol, 4-acetate; 4-Acetoxy-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-ene; Isotrichodermin (8CI); NSC 339008; Trichodermin isomer; 4β-Acetoxy-12,13-epoxytrichothec-9-ene
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Quality Control

Our Isotrichodermin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for reference materials, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific 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). The product is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.