Description

α-Hederin Hydrate is a high-purity, standardized triterpenoid saponin derivative, widely recognized for its significant bioactivity. This compound is valued for its role as a key reference standard and active ingredient in advanced research and development. It is essential for professionals in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors who require consistent, high-quality materials for analytical and formulation work.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quality control and quantification of hederagenin-based compounds in herbal extracts and finished products.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a critical compound in pharmacological studies investigating anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and cytotoxic mechanisms.
• Natural Product Isolation Marker: Acts as a benchmark in the chromatographic analysis and purification of saponins from plant sources like ivy (*Hedera helix*).
• Nutraceutical Development: Incorporated into standardized herbal formulations where consistent saponin content is required for efficacy and safety.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredients: Explored for potential use in topical applications due to its bioactive properties.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Supplied to universities and research institutes for fundamental studies in phytochemistry and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Hederin Hydrate
CAS No.	207343-19-9
Molecular Formula	C41H66O12 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	~750.97 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	α-Hederin Hydrate; Hederacoside C Aglycone Hydrate; Kalopanaxsaponin A; 3-[[2-O-(6-Deoxy-α-L-mannopyranosyl)-α-L-arabinopyranosyl]oxy]-23-hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid O-6-Deoxy-α-L-mannopyranosyl-(1→4)-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→6)-β-D-glucopyranosyl ester Hydrate; Hedera saponin C; AS-1
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Quality Control

Every batch of α-Hederin Hydrate is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products are suitable for use as analytical reference standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing results for assay, impurities, and identification tests is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in methanol, DMSO; slightly soluble in water

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