Description

Gambogenic Acid CAS NO 173932-75-7 is a bioactive caged prenylated xanthone compound, a key active constituent derived from the traditional medicinal plant *Garcinia hanburyi*. This compound is of significant commercial and research interest due to its potent and selective biological activities. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced life science research sectors for the development of novel therapeutic agents and as a critical reference standard for quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory drug candidates.
• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in pharmacological studies investigating apoptosis, autophagy, and cell cycle regulation.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of bioactive compounds in *Garcinia* species extracts.
• Preclinical Development: Essential for in vitro and in vivo studies to establish pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles of potential therapeutics.
• Quality Control & Standardization: Critical for ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and potency in herbal extract formulations and finished products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Gambogenic Acid
CAS No.	173932-75-7
Molecular Formula	C38H44O8
Molecular Weight	628.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Gambogenic acid; 1,3,5-Trihydroxy-4-(3-hydroxy-3-methylbutyl)-6,6,9,10-tetramethyl-6a,7,8,9,10,10a-hexahydro-6H-benzo[c]xanthen-11-one; Garcinia acid; Caged Garcinia xanthone; Gambogic acid derivative; (6aS,10aR)-1,3,5-Trihydroxy-4-(3-hydroxy-3-methylbutyl)-6,6,9,10-tetramethyl-6a,7,8,9,10,10a-hexahydro-6H-benzo[c]xanthen-11-one
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Quality Control

Our Gambogenic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure the highest standards of purity and consistency, suitable for demanding research and development applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, MS, and NMR.

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); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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