Description

Esculentic Acid is a naturally occurring triterpenoid compound valued for its distinct biological and chemical properties. This specialized phytochemical is of significant interest for research and development in advanced life science and material applications. It serves as a critical intermediate and active ingredient for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and high-purity chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key starting material or building block for the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard or bioactive compound in pharmacological and biochemical studies targeting specific metabolic pathways.
• Nutraceutical Formulations: Incorporated into advanced dietary supplements and functional food products for its potential bioactive properties.
• Cosmeceutical Actives: Employed in the development of high-end skincare formulations for its potential antioxidant and skin-conditioning benefits.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral precursor or scaffold in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for material science and fine chemical applications.
• Analytical Standards: Supplied as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and analytical method development in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Esculentic Acid
CAS No.	103974-74-9
Molecular Formula	C30H46O5
Molecular Weight	486.7 g/mol
Synonyms	Esculentic acid; 3-Hydroxy-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic acid; 3β-Hydroxy-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic acid; (3β)-3-Hydroxy-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic acid; 11-Oxo-3β-hydroxyolean-12-en-30-oic acid; Olean-12-en-30-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3β)-; Phytochemical reference standard
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Quality Control

Our Esculentic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support compliance with cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical intermediates and can provide material for GMP auditing upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. The material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; avoid exposure to air, moisture, and elevated temperatures.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0% Any single impurity ≤ 2.0%

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