

Terrein CAS 582-46-7
InVitvo Pharmaceuticals
For Research Use Only (RUO). Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
High Purity Terrein for Research
Fungal Secondary Metabolite (C₈H₁₀O₃; CAS: 582-46-7)
Terrein is a secondary metabolite isolated from Canadian soil strains of Aspergillus terreus. At InVitvo Pharmaceuticals, we use fungal fermentation and analytical purification workflows to produce Terrein at grades exceeding 95% UHPLC purity.
Terrein has been investigated in peer-reviewed in vitro literature, including cancer cell line, pigmentation pathway, and antimicrobial assay models. InVitvo supplies Terrein only as an RUO research compound and makes no therapeutic, diagnostic, clinical, human, or veterinary-use claims.

Terrein Molecular Structure (C₈H₁₀O₃)
Available Quantities & Pricing
We supply standard analytical quantities and quote custom purification amounts for larger laboratory research programs.
| SKU / Catalog | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| INV-TER-005 | 5 mg | C$450 |
| INV-TER-010 | 10 mg | C$800 |
| INV-TER-XXX | Custom / Bulk | Inquire for Quote |
Technical Specifications
| Chemical Name | Terrein |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | (+)-Terrein, NSC-291308, MFCD09752761 |
| IUPAC Name | (4S,5R)-4,5-dihydroxy-3-[(E)-prop-1-enyl]cyclopent-2-en-1-one |
| Molecular Formula | C₈H₁₀O₃ (C8H10O3) |
| Molecular Weight | 154.16 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 582-46-7 |
| InChIKey | MHOOPNKRBMHHEC-HZIBQTDNSA-N |
| SMILES | C/C=C/C1=CC(=O)[C@@H]([C@H]1O)O |
| Purity | >95% (UHPLC) |
| Source | Aspergillus terreus (Canadian soil isolate) |
| Physical Form | Crystalline powder or lyophilized solid |
| Solubility | DMSO, Methanol, Ethanol |
Quality Control Methods
UHPLC
Chromatographic purity >95% determination using established calibration curves.
NMR Spectroscopy
Direct ¹H and ¹³C NMR to confirm absolute structural integrity and stereochemistry.
Mass Spectrometry
Tandem MS for molecular weight verification and fragmentation profiling.
Documentation Included
Every order ships with a batch-specific COA and SDS to ensure compliance and traceability across your assays.
Research Applications & Literature
Published studies have investigated Terrein in multiple laboratory model systems. These references are provided for research context only.
Cancer Cell Line Research
Cited in vitro studies report Terrein effects in specific human cancer cell line assays, including STAT3 pathway and apoptosis-marker readouts.
Pigmentation Pathway Models
Reported in literature for melanogenesis-associated pathway studies in laboratory model systems.
Antimicrobial Assay Research
Used as a literature-referenced compound in antifungal and antibacterial assay design for natural product research.
Selected Peer-Reviewed References
Zaehle C, et al. (2014) Terrein biosynthesis in Aspergillus terreus and its impact on phytotoxicity. Chemistry & Biology, 21(6), 719-731.
Key insights into the multi-gene cluster responsible for terrein biosynthesis.
View DOIGoutam J, et al. (2017) Isolation and characterization of terrein from Aspergillus terreus JAS-2. Frontiers in Microbiology, 8, 1334.
Reports isolation, characterization, and laboratory bioassay context for terrein.
View DOIAli I, et al. (2019) Large-scale production of terrein by Aspergillus terreus strain S020. Biomolecules, 9(9), 480.
Describes production and analytical characterization context for terrein.
View DOIStorage & Handling
- • Storage Conditions: Ship at ambient temperature. Store at -20°C for long-term stability up to 24 months.
- • Protection: Store in tightly sealed vials away from direct light and moisture.
- • Handling: Handle exclusively within a certified fume hood or ventilated environment using standard PPE (nitrile gloves, lab coat, safety glasses).
- • Preparation: Soluble in DMSO (recommended to make stock solutions immediately before use).
Request Terrein for Laboratory Research
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