Description

Maoecrystal B CAS NO 96850-29-2 is a highly bioactive diterpenoid compound isolated from the traditional medicinal herb *Isodon eriocalyx*. This compound matters due to its significant and unique biological profile, particularly its potent anti-HIV activity, making it a valuable reference standard and a key lead compound for pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily needed by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors focused on virology, oncology, and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and analytical method development in drug discovery pipelines.
• Anti-Viral Research: Serves as a critical lead compound and biochemical tool in the study of HIV-1 replication and the development of novel anti-retroviral agents.
• Anti-Cancer Studies: Investigated for its cytotoxic activity against various cancer cell lines, supporting oncology and apoptosis mechanism research.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed as a marker compound for the authentication and standardization of botanical extracts derived from *Isodon* species.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Utilized in proteomics and molecular biology to study specific cellular targets and signal transduction pathways.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Fundamental research into diterpenoid biosynthesis, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and novel therapeutic mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Maoecrystal B
CAS No.	96850-29-2
Molecular Formula	C22H28O6
Molecular Weight	388.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Maoecrystal B; (-)-Maoecrystal B; 7,20-Epoxy-3,7-dihydroxy-1,6,16-trimethoxy-7,20-cyclokauran-15-one; Isodon diterpenoid Maoecrystal B; 96850-29-2; Kaurane diterpenoid Maoecrystal B
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Quality Control

Our Maoecrystal B is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support compliance with relevant research and development standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.