Description

Absinthin CAS NO 1362-42-1 is a key bitter principle and sesquiterpene lactone compound primarily isolated from *Artemisia absinthium* (wormwood). This compound is of significant commercial and research interest due to its characteristic intense bitter taste and associated biological activities. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D professionals in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries, where it is used as a reference standard, a bittering agent, and a bioactive ingredient for product development.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a natural bittering agent and flavor modifier in alcoholic beverages (e.g., bitters, vermouth, absinthe-style spirits) and specialty food products.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a high-purity reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate for pharmacological studies targeting digestive, anti-inflammatory, or antimicrobial applications.
• Nutraceuticals & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into herbal supplement formulations for its traditional use in supporting digestive function, leveraging its bitter principle properties.
• Analytical & Quality Control: Essential as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, assay, and purity testing of wormwood extracts and related products in QC laboratories.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Potential use in cosmetic formulations for its bioactive properties, subject to regional regulatory compliance and safety assessments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical compound for synthetic chemistry, phytochemical research, and the development of new bioactive molecules in corporate and university settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Absinthin
CAS No.	1362-42-1
Molecular Formula	C30H40O6
Molecular Weight	496.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Absinthin; (-)-Absinthin; α-Absinthin; Wormwood bitter principle; Artemisinin related compound; (3aS,6aR,9aS,9bR)-9a-(Hydroxymethyl)-3,6,9-trimethylidene-3a,4,5,6a,7,8,9a,9b-octahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2,8-dione
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Quality Control

Our Absinthin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, UV), to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting critical quality attributes. We support compliance with relevant standards for botanical extracts and reference materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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