Description

3-o-Feruloylquinic Acid is a specialized phenolic acid derivative, a key member of the hydroxycinnamic acid family. This compound is valued for its role as a natural antioxidant and a significant marker compound in botanical and food chemistry. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food/beverage industries for product standardization, bioactivity studies, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, purity assessment, and quantification of related compounds in herbal extracts and finished products.
• Nutraceutical & Functional Food Ingredient: Incorporated into formulations for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory bioactivities.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a critical calibration standard in HPLC and LC-MS methods for analyzing chlorogenic acids in coffee, fruits, and medicinal plants.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Investigated for its skin-protective properties against oxidative stress in topical applications.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies exploring metabolic pathways, enzyme inhibition, and natural product biosynthesis.
• Food & Beverage Quality Control: Acts as a marker for authenticity and processing quality in products like coffee and artichoke extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-o-Feruloylquinic Acid
CAS No.	1899-29-2
Molecular Formula	C17H20O9
Molecular Weight	368.34 g/mol
Synonyms	3-O-Feruloylquinic Acid; 3-FQA; 3-Caffeoylquinic Acid Ferulate; 3-O-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamoyl)quinic Acid; 3-Feruloylquinic Acid; 3-O-Feruloyl-1-quinic Acid; 3-Feruloyl-1-quinic Acid; trans-3-Feruloylquinic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 3-o-Feruloylquinic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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