Description

Ginkgolic Acid (13:0) CAS NO 20261-38-5 is a specific alkylphenol compound, a key constituent derived from the leaves and seed coats of the Ginkgo biloba tree. This high-purity reference standard is essential for research and development, providing a critical tool for accurate analysis and quality control in botanical and pharmaceutical applications. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and academic sectors for use in analytical method development, biological activity studies, and as a chemical marker.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a reference standard for the identification and quantification of ginkgolic acids in Ginkgo biloba extracts and finished products, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Nutraceutical Quality Control: Used as an analytical standard to monitor and limit ginkgolic acid content in dietary supplements, a critical parameter for product safety specifications.
• Bioactivity Studies: Employed in pharmacological research to investigate the biological effects, such as antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or allergenic properties, of specific ginkgolic acid congeners.
• Method Development & Validation: Acts as a pure calibrant in developing and validating analytical methods like HPLC, LC-MS, and GC-MS for complex botanical matrices.
• Academic Research: Utilized in universities and research institutes for studies on natural product chemistry, plant biochemistry, and structure-activity relationships.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Analysis: Applied in the testing of cosmetic formulations containing Ginkgo biloba extract to ensure the absence of sensitizing components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ginkgolic Acid (13:0)
CAS No.	20261-38-5
Molecular Formula	C22H34O3
Molecular Weight	346.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Ginkgolic Acid C13:0; 2-Hydroxy-6-tridecylbenzoic Acid; 6-Tridecylsalicylic Acid; Anacardic Acid 13:0; (13:0)-Anacardic Acid; Bilobol; 6-n-Tridecylsalicylic Acid; Ginkgol C13:0
EINECS	243-662-9

Quality Control

Our Ginkgolic Acid (13:0) is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity confirmation and identity verification by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or quality specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area separate from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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