Description

Rhein-8-Glucoside is a specific glycosylated derivative of the bioactive anthraquinone, Rhein. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in the research and development of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and botanical extract industries focusing on natural product chemistry and bioactivity studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of Rhein and its derivatives in drug development and quality control.
• Natural Product Research: Serves as a critical intermediate or marker compound in the study of plant-based medicines, particularly those containing rhubarb or senna.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Investigated for potential bioactive properties in skincare formulations targeting inflammation or oxidative stress.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in metabolic pathway studies and enzymatic activity assays related to anthraquinone glycosides.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity standard for method development and validation in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic techniques.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Acts as a calibration standard to ensure potency and consistency in standardized botanical extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhein-8-Glucoside
CAS No.	113443-70-2
Molecular Formula	C21H18O11
Molecular Weight	446.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Rhein 8-O-β-D-glucopyranoside; Rhein 8-glucoside; 8-Glucosylrhein; 4,5-Dihydroxy-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid 8-β-D-glucopyranoside; Cassialoin (related compound); Aloe-emodin-8-glucoside (structural analog); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Rhein-8-Glucoside is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
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.