Description

(+)-5,6-Dihydro-1,5,6-Trihydroxy-3-(Hydroxymethyl)-8-Methoxybenzo[A]Anthracene-7,12-Dione is a complex, polycyclic aromatic compound with a quinone moiety, representing a high-value specialty chemical for advanced research and development. This compound matters for its potential as a key synthetic intermediate or a bioactive scaffold in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry, chemical biology, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways or cellular receptors.
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a core scaffold for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to develop new therapeutic agents with potential anticancer or antimicrobial properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Acts as a tool compound to study biological processes and protein-ligand interactions due to its complex, functionalized structure.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in multi-step organic syntheses to create complex natural product analogs or advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for exploratory research in universities and corporate R&D labs focused on organic synthesis and new chemical entity development.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-5,6-Dihydro-1,5,6-Trihydroxy-3-(Hydroxymethyl)-8-Methoxybenzo[A]Anthracene-7,12-Dione
CAS No.	98015-54-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₆O₈
Molecular Weight	384.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[a]anthracene-7,12-dione, 5,6-dihydro-1,5,6-trihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-, (5R,6S)-rel-; (5R,6S)-5,6-Dihydro-1,5,6-trihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxybenzo[a]anthracene-7,12-dione; 98015-54-4; (+)-5,6-Dihydro-1,5,6-trihydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxybenzo[a]anthracene-7,12-dione; 3-(Hydroxymethyl)-8-methoxy-1,5,6-trihydroxy-5,6-dihydrobenzo[a]anthracene-7,12-dione
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Quality Control

Our (+)-5,6-Dihydro-1,5,6-Trihydroxy-3-(Hydroxymethyl)-8-Methoxybenzo[A]Anthracene-7,12-Dione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.