Description

Tomatine CAS NO 17406-45-0 is a naturally occurring steroidal glycoalkaloid primarily found in the stems and leaves of tomato plants (Solanum lycopersicum). This compound is of significant commercial and research interest due to its unique biological properties, including antifungal, antibacterial, and potential cholesterol-lowering activities. It serves as a critical raw material and reference standard for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and agricultural chemical industries, where purity and consistency are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in studies exploring cholesterol metabolism, anticancer agents, and antimicrobial therapies.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into formulations targeting cardiovascular health, leveraging its potential interaction with cholesterol.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Serves as a natural bioactive component in the development of eco-friendly fungicides and pesticides.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a tool compound in cell biology and biochemistry to study membrane integrity, saponin properties, and sterol interactions.
• Cosmeceuticals: Investigated for use in topical formulations for its potential anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.
• Food Science & Safety: Used in analytical methods to monitor and control glycoalkaloid levels in tomato-based food products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tomatine
CAS No.	17406-45-0
Molecular Formula	C50H83NO21
Molecular Weight	1034.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Tomatin; α-Tomatine; Lycopersicin; Tomatidine tetrasaccharide; (3β,22β,25S)-Spirosolan-3-yl β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→2)-[β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→3)]-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)-β-D-galactopyranoside; NSC 119047; Solanum alkaloid P3
EINECS	241-415-8

Quality Control

Our Tomatine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and related substances, to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

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