Description

Actein is a bioactive triterpene glycoside primarily isolated from the roots of the black cohosh plant (*Actaea racemosa*, syn. *Cimicifuga racemosa*). This compound is of significant commercial and research interest due to its unique biological profile and potential therapeutic applications. It is a key target for suppliers serving the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced research sectors, where high-purity botanical reference standards and active ingredients are required.

Application

• As a high-purity reference standard for analytical methods (HPLC, LC-MS) in quality control of black cohosh extracts and finished products.
• As a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents.
• In nutraceutical and dietary supplement formulations, where standardized botanical extracts are critical for efficacy and consistency.
• For pharmacological and biochemical research to study mechanisms related to women's health, anti-inflammatory, and potential anti-cancer activities.
• As a critical material in the development and validation of assay kits and diagnostic tools.
• In cosmeceutical applications exploring the bioactive properties of plant-derived compounds for skincare.

Basic Information

Product Name	Actein
CAS No.	18642-44-9
Molecular Formula	C37H56O11
Molecular Weight	676.84 g/mol
Synonyms	27-Deoxyactein; Cimigenol xyloside; (23R,24S)-16,23:16,24-Diepoxy-9,19-cyclolanost-3-ol, 3-[(O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-2,6-dideoxy-β-D-arabino-hexopyranosyl-(1→3)-O-β-D-xylopyranosyl-(1→3)-β-D-xylopyranosyl)oxy]-, (3β)-; Acteol; 27-Deoxycimigenol xyloside
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Quality Control

Our Actein is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data supporting identity, purity, and strength. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each batch, detailing results from advanced chromatographic (HPLC, LC-MS) and spectroscopic (NMR, IR) methods. Our quality standards are designed to meet the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical reference material and research-grade chemical applications.

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 should be handled in a low-humidity environment to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.