Description

Prunasin is a cyanogenic glycoside, a naturally occurring secondary metabolite found in several plant species. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its role as a biosynthetic precursor to other cyanogenic compounds and its potential biological activities. It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and agrochemical industries, where precise chemical identity and purity are paramount for product development and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of bioactive molecules and potential therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic and metabolic pathway research to understand cyanogenesis in plants and its ecological implications.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity calibrant in chromatographic methods (HPLC, LC-MS) for the quantification of cyanogenic glycosides in plant extracts, food products, and herbal supplements.
• Nutraceutical Ingredient Analysis: Used in quality control laboratories to assess the presence and concentration of specific glycosides in natural health products.
• Agrochemical Research: Investigated for its role in plant defence mechanisms, contributing to the development of natural pest management strategies.
• Academic & Institutional Research: A vital reagent for universities and research institutes conducting studies in natural product chemistry, plant physiology, and toxicology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Prunasin
CAS No.	138-53-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₇NO₆
Molecular Weight	295.29 g/mol
Synonyms	D-Prunasin; (R)-Prunasin; D-Mandelonitrile β-D-glucoside; D(-)-Mandelonitrile-β-D-glucopyranoside; (R)-Mandelonitrile β-D-glucopyranoside; Amygdalin epimer; NSC 407296
EINECS	205-334-2

Quality Control

Our Prunasin is produced and handled under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity assessment by HPLC. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting the exact specifications and results. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected for research and development chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (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.