Molekula
Gossypol acetic acid
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Gossypol acetic acid is a modified derivative of gossypol, a natural polyphenolic compound extracted from cottonseed, primarily used in research for its potential biological activities, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties. It is also studied for its effects on fertility regulation and as a lead compound in drug development. Gossypol acetic acid has a CAS number of 12542-36-8, with the molecular formula C30H30O8 · C2H4O2 and a molecular weight of 578.61 g/mol. It must be stored at -15 to -20°C to maintain stability. The product carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety handling. Molekula supplies Gossypol acetic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine yellow powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Total plate count | ≤1000CFU/g |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Loss on Drying | ≤3.00% |
| Sieve Analysis | ≥95% through 80 mesh |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤1.0% |
| Residual Solvents | ≤0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm |
| E. Coli | Negative |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤100CFU/g |
| Gossypol acetate (HPLC) | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036826 |
| CAS Number | 12542-36-8 |
| IUPAC Name | acetic acid;7-(8-formyl-1,6,7-trihydroxy-3-methyl-5-propan-2-ylnaphthalen-2-yl)-2,3,8-trihydroxy-6-methyl-4-propan-2-ylnaphthalene-1-carbaldehyde |
| Molecular Formula | C30H30O8 · C2H4O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 578.61 |
| Exact Mass | 578.2152 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=C(C(=C(C(=C2C(C)C)O)O)C=O)C(=C1C3=C(C4=C(C=C3C)C(=C(C(=C4C=O)O)O)C(C)C)O)O.CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | NIOHNDKHQHVLKA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C30H30O8.C2H4O2/c1-11(2)19-15-7-13(5)21(27(35)23(15)17(9-31)25(33)29(19)37)22-14(6)8-16-20(12(3)4)30(38)26(34)18(10-32)24(16)28(22)36;1-2(3)4/h7-12,33-38H,1-6H3;1H3,(H,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 227456 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29153935 |
| Tariff Code | 2915390090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (+/-)-Gossypol-acetic acid;BL 193 (acetic acid)
- (R)-(-)-Gossypol acetic acid
- (R)-Gossypol acetic acid salt
- (S)-Gossypol (acetic acid)
- Acetate gossypol
- Gossypol acetate
- Gossypol acetate, (R)-
- Gossypol acetic acid clathrate
- Gossypol acetic acid, R-
- Gossypol xAcetate
Frequently asked questions
What is gossypol acetic acid used for?
Gossypol acetic acid is primarily used in research for its potential as a male contraceptive, antioxidant studies, and as a chemical probe for biological targets like glutathione transferases.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of gossypol acetic acid?
The chemical formula is **C30H30O8 · C2H4O2** (gossypol + acetic acid), and the molecular weight is **578.61 g/mol**.
How should gossypol acetic acid be stored?
Store at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of gossypol acetic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **research-grade** gossypol acetic acid, suitable for laboratory and scientific applications.
Can Molekula supply gossypol acetic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of gossypol acetic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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