Description

Liquiridiolic Acid is a high-purity, naturally derived triterpenoid compound of significant interest in advanced research and development. This specialized chemical serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for synthesizing novel bioactive molecules and studying complex biochemical pathways. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, nutraceutical formulators, and academic institutions focused on natural product chemistry and pharmacology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Acts as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, or antiviral agents.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a purified compound for isolation studies, structural elucidation, and the investigation of licorice (Glycyrrhiza) root constituents.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Used in the development of high-value, standardized botanical extracts where specific triterpenoid content is required for efficacy and quality control.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Employed as a tool compound in metabolic studies to understand the biosynthesis and biological activity of oleanane-type triterpenoids.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Provides a certified material for qualitative and quantitative analysis (e.g., HPLC, LC-MS) in quality control laboratories for herbal products.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredient Development: Investigated for potential skin-soothing and protective properties in advanced cosmetic formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Liquiridiolic Acid
CAS No.	20528-70-5
Molecular Formula	C30H46O4
Molecular Weight	470.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Liquiritic Acid; 3β-Hydroxy-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic Acid; 11-Oxoglycyrrhetinic Acid; 11-Oxo-β-glycyrrhetinic Acid; Olean-12-ene-30-oic acid, 3β-hydroxy-11-oxo-; (3β)-3-Hydroxy-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic Acid; Glycyrrhetinic Acid, 11-Oxo-; 11-Oxoglycyrrhetic Acid
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Quality Control

Our Liquiridiolic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is considered stable under these recommended conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %

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