Description

Senkyunolide J is a bioactive phthalide compound, a key marker constituent found in traditional medicinal herbs like *Ligusticum chuanxiong* Hort. This compound is valued for its significant pharmacological potential and serves as a critical reference standard for quality control and research. It is essential for pharmaceutical R&D, nutraceutical development, and analytical laboratories focused on natural product chemistry and standardization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Primary application as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of active components in herbal medicines and finished products.
• Bioactivity Research: Used in pharmacological studies to investigate potential therapeutic effects, including neuroprotective, cardiovascular, and anti-inflammatory activities.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a pure isolate for structural elucidation, synthetic chemistry, and metabolic pathway studies.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Critical for HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS method development and validation to ensure the potency and authenticity of raw materials and extracts containing phthalides.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Employed to standardize botanical extracts intended for dietary supplements, ensuring consistent bioactive content.

Basic Information

Product Name	Senkyunolide J
CAS No.	94530-86-6
Molecular Formula	C12H14O2
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Senkyunolide J; (3Z)-3-Butylidene-4,5-dihydro-7-hydroxy-1(3H)-isobenzofuranone; 3-Butylidene-7-hydroxyphthalide; Ligustilide derivative J; Phthalide J
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Quality Control

Every batch of Senkyunolide J is produced and analyzed under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including HPLC chromatograms and full spectroscopic data (NMR, MS). Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with research and pharmaceutical-grade standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term stability, consider storage at 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
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.