Description

Cynaropicrin CAS NO 35730-78-0 is a bioactive sesquiterpene lactone, a key marker compound found in artichoke (*Cynara scolymus*) and other plants. This compound is valued for its significant biological activities, making it a crucial reference standard and research material. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic research sectors for applications in drug discovery, phytochemical analysis, and the development of natural health products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a reference standard and lead compound in drug discovery programs, particularly for investigating anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective agents.
• Nutraceutical Standardization: Used as a marker compound for the quality control and standardization of artichoke extracts in dietary supplements.
• Academic & Analytical Chemistry: Essential for method development and validation in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical techniques for phytochemical profiling.
• Biological Activity Studies: Employed in in-vitro and in-vivo studies to explore its potential pharmacological effects, including antioxidant and metabolic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cynaropicrin
CAS No.	35730-78-0
Molecular Formula	C19H22O6
Molecular Weight	346.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Cynaropicrin; (3aR,4S,6aR,8S,9R,9aS,9bR)-8-[(2S)-3,3-Dimethyloxiran-2-yl]-4,9-dihydroxy-3,6,9-trimethyl-3a,4,5,6,6a,7,8,9a,9b,10-decahydroazuleno[4,5-b]furan-2(3H)-one; 1,5,9-Trihydroxy-4,10-dimethyl-11-oxatricyclo[6.3.1.01,5]dodec-3-en-2-one; Artichoke Sesquiterpene Lactone
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Quality Control

Our Cynaropicrin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and analytical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (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.