Description

(-)-Epipinoresinol is a naturally occurring lignan compound, a stereoisomer of pinoresinol, characterized by its specific chiral configuration. This compound is of significant interest in advanced research and development due to its role as a biochemical precursor and its potential bioactive properties. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and fine chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, natural product synthesis, and as a reference standard for analytical purposes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents, particularly in oncology and metabolic disease research.
• Nutraceutical Ingredient: Investigated for incorporation into dietary supplements due to its potential antioxidant and phytoestrogenic properties derived from its lignan structure.
• Biochemical & Life Science Research: Used as a pure standard in analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS) for the quantification of lignans in plant extracts and biological samples.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral building block for the asymmetric synthesis of complex natural products and specialty chemicals.
• Cosmeceutical Applications: Explored for use in advanced skincare formulations targeting anti-aging and skin protection, leveraging its potential bioactive profile.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in universities and research institutes for studies on plant metabolism, biosynthesis pathways, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Epipinoresinol
CAS No.	10061-38-8
Molecular Formula	C20H22O6
Molecular Weight	358.39 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Epipinoresinol; L-Epipinoresinol; (7R,7'R,8S,8'S)-4,4',9,9'-Tetrahydroxy-3,3'-dimethoxy-7,7'-epoxylignan; Pinoresinol epimer; Lignan F; Fargesin precursor; 10061-38-8
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Epipinoresinol is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (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.