Description

Demethoxycurcumin is a bioactive curcuminoid compound, distinct for its chemical structure and potent properties. This high-purity ingredient is valued for its enhanced bioavailability and stability profile compared to curcumin, making it a critical component in advanced formulations. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical industries seeking to develop innovative health and wellness products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) or precursor in formulations targeting anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective pathways.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into capsules, tablets, and liquid formulations to enhance bioavailability and efficacy of curcumin-based supplements.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used in anti-aging serums, creams, and lotions for its skin-brightening and protective antioxidant properties.
• Biomedical Research: Employed as a standard or investigational compound in biochemical, pharmacological, and cellular studies.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Added to health drinks, fortified foods, and edible films as a natural bioactive colorant and functional ingredient.
• Advanced Material Science: Investigated for use in bioactive coatings and polymer composites.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Demethoxycurcumin
CAS No.	24939-17-1
Molecular Formula	C20H18O5
Molecular Weight	338.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Demethoxycurcumin; Desmethoxycurcumin; Curcumin II; (1E,6E)-1,7-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)hepta-1,6-diene-3,5-dione; Monodemethoxycurcumin; p,p'-Dihydroxydicinnamoylmethane; NSC 407312; 1,7-Bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,6-heptadiene-3,5-dione
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Quality Control

Our Demethoxycurcumin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for pharmaceutical and nutraceutical use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, heavy metals, residual solvents, and microbiological parameters are provided with every shipment.

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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g

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