Description

Ginkgolic Acid C17:2 is a specific alkylphenol compound isolated from *Ginkgo biloba* leaves, characterized by a C17 side chain with two double bonds. This natural product is valued for its distinct biological activity and serves as a crucial reference standard and research chemical. It is primarily required by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, nutraceutical manufacturers, and academic institutions conducting studies on natural product chemistry, dermatological agents, and enzyme inhibition.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of Ginkgo biloba extracts and finished products in quality control laboratories.
• Biomedical Research: Investigated for its biological properties, including studies on its potential as an inhibitor of specific enzymes like SUMO-activating enzyme E1.
• Cosmetic & Dermatological Research: Serves as a key marker compound in the development and standardization of skincare formulations derived from botanical sources.
• Natural Product Isolation & Purification: Acts as a critical intermediate or target molecule in the process development for isolating bioactive components from plant materials.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed as a known compound to develop and validate chromatographic methods (HPLC, LC-MS) for complex botanical matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ginkgolic Acid C17:2
CAS No.	102811-39-2
Molecular Formula	C24H38O3
Molecular Weight	374.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Ginkgolic Acid (C17:2); 2-Hydroxy-6-(8Z,11Z-heptadecadien-1-yl)benzoic Acid; (Z,Z)-6-Pentadeca-8,11-dienylsalicylic Acid; Anacardic Acid C17:2; 6-[8Z,11Z-Heptadecadienyl]salicylic Acid; Ginkgol C17:2; Bilobol derivative
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Quality Control

Our Ginkgolic Acid C17:2 is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, making it suitable for research and analytical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data (HPLC) are provided to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to pale brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤5.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%

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