Description

4-o-Caffeoylshikimic Acid is a specialized phenolic acid compound derived from shikimic acid and caffeic acid. This high-purity phytochemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of other bioactive compounds and for its own potential antioxidant properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and advanced chemical synthesis sectors for product development and analytical standard applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents and natural product derivatives.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for quality control and research.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Research: Investigated for incorporation into formulations targeting oxidative stress due to its phenolic structure.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies of plant metabolism, specifically the shikimate and phenylpropanoid pathways.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Evaluated as a potential active ingredient in skincare products for its antioxidant characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a starting material or intermediate for the preparation of novel chemical entities in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-o-Caffeoylshikimic Acid
CAS No.	180842-65-3
Molecular Formula	C16H16O9
Molecular Weight	352.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-O-Caffeoylshikimic Acid; 4-O-Caffeoylshikimate; 3,4-Dihydroxycinnamoyl Shikimic Acid; Shikimic Acid 4-O-Caffeate; 4-CSA; (1S,3R,4S,5R)-3-[[(2E)-3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoyl]oxy]-1,4,5-trihydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic Acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-o-Caffeoylshikimic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, MS). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions 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)	≥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.