Description

4-Hydroxyalternariol 9-Methyl Ether is a specialized secondary metabolite belonging to the alternariol class of mycotoxins. This compound is of significant interest in research and development for its role as a biochemical reference standard and a key intermediate in synthetic pathways. It is primarily utilized by professionals in the life sciences, pharmaceutical research, and analytical chemistry sectors who require high-purity, well-characterized compounds for method development, toxicological studies, and the synthesis of novel derivatives.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration, validation, and quantification of analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) in mycotoxin testing and food safety laboratories.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial tool in studying the biosynthesis, metabolism, and toxicological mechanisms of alternariol mycotoxins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmacological evaluation.
• Method Development: Essential for developing and optimizing new chromatographic or spectroscopic techniques for the detection of fungal metabolites.
• Quality Control: Employed as an in-house control standard to ensure the accuracy and reliability of testing protocols in quality assurance laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxyalternariol 9-Methyl Ether
CAS No.	959417-17-5
Molecular Formula	C15H12O6
Molecular Weight	288.25 g/mol
Synonyms	9-O-Methylalternariol; 4-Hydroxy-9-methoxy-6-methylbenzopyran-3-one; 4-Hydroxyalternariol 9-methyl ether; Alternariol 9-methyl ether derivative; 9-Methoxyalternariol; 4-Hydroxy-9-methoxy-6-methyl-6H-dibenzo[b,d]pyran-3-one; 9-Methyl ether of alternariol
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxyalternariol 9-Methyl Ether is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles as determined by advanced analytical techniques. We adhere to relevant industry standards for reference materials to support your critical work.

Storage

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

Specification

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