Description

Epimedin B1 is a bioactive flavonoid glycoside, a key marker compound for the quality control of Epimedium species (Horny Goat Weed). Its precise identification and high purity are critical for ensuring the efficacy and consistency of botanical extracts and finished products. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and traditional medicine sectors who require reliable, high-quality reference standards and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of Epimedium components in drug development and quality control laboratories.
• Dietary Supplement Formulation: Serves as a key active marker in standardized botanical extracts for men's health and vitality supplements.
• Biomedical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate its pharmacological activities, including potential effects on bone health, cardiovascular function, and neuroprotection.
• Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Quality Assurance: Critical for the authentication and standardization of Epimedium herb (Yin Yang Huo) raw materials and prepared formulations.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredients: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its purported antioxidant and bioactive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Epimedin B1
CAS No.	133137-58-3
Molecular Formula	C₃₈H₄₈O₁₉
Molecular Weight	808.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Epimedin B; Epimedoside B; Icariside B4; 3-[[6-Deoxy-2-O-(6-deoxy-α-L-mannopyranosyl)-α-L-mannopyranosyl]oxy]-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; 5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-3-[(2,3,4-tri-O-acetyl-6-deoxy-α-L-mannopyranosyl)oxy]-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one (acetylated form); Yin Yang Huo Flavonoid B1
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Quality Control

Our Epimedin B1 is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and structural confirmation via MS and NMR, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for reference standards and high-grade ingredients. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and compliance with relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a low-humidity environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Solvent Residues	Complies with ICH guidelines

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