Description

Limonin CAS NO 1180-71-8 is a highly pure, naturally occurring limonoid triterpene, primarily extracted from citrus seeds and peels. This compound is valued for its significant role as a key marker for bitterness and its diverse range of biological activities. It serves as a critical raw material and reference standard for industries focused on nutraceuticals, flavor modification, and advanced biomedical research. Our product is supplied to meet the stringent quality requirements of global B2B customers.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized as a bioactive ingredient in formulations targeting metabolic health, inflammation, and oxidative stress due to its studied pharmacological properties.
• Flavor & Food Industry: Employed in research and development for bitterness modulation in citrus juices and for the production of debittered citrus products.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a reference standard and intermediate in the development of new therapeutic agents, leveraging its anticancer, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory potential.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its antioxidant benefits, helping to protect skin from environmental stressors.
• Agricultural Applications: Investigated for use as a natural insect antifeedant and growth regulator in eco-friendly crop protection solutions.
• Analytical & Quality Control: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for HPLC and LC-MS analysis to quantify limonoid content in citrus-derived products and raw materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Limonin
CAS No.	1180-71-8
Molecular Formula	C26H30O8
Molecular Weight	470.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Limonoate D-ring-lactone; Limonoic acid di-δ-lactone; Citrolimonin; Evodin; Obaculactone; 7,16-Dioxo-7,16-dideoxylimondiol
EINECS	214-661-8

Quality Control

Our Limonin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring compliance with relevant standards for research and industrial use.

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 product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in DMSO, methanol

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.