Description

Kuguacin R is a high-purity, bioactive triterpenoid compound isolated from natural sources. This specialized chemical is valued for its role as a key reference standard and active ingredient in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science industries for applications in metabolic studies, anti-inflammatory research, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of herbal extracts and finished products in quality control laboratories.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a critical compound in preclinical studies investigating anti-diabetic, anti-obesity, and hepatoprotective mechanisms.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplement formulations targeting metabolic health and wellness.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed as a purified marker compound for the standardization of Momordica charantia (bitter melon) extracts.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in university and research institute settings for pharmacological and phytochemical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kuguacin R
CAS No.	191097-54-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₀H₄₈O₄
Molecular Weight	472.7 g/mol
Synonyms	(23E)-Cucurbita-5,23,25-trien-3β-ol; 3β-Hydroxycucurbita-5,23,25-trien-19-al; Kuguacin R (from bitter melon); Cucurbitane-type triterpenoid
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Quality Control

Our Kuguacin R is produced under strict quality management protocols 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, generated using validated analytical methods such as HPLC and NMR. We support compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical reference standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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