Description

Bergaptol is a naturally occurring furanocoumarin derivative, a key intermediate and reference standard in pharmaceutical and phytochemical research. Its significance lies in its role as a primary metabolite and precursor in the biosynthesis of other pharmacologically active psoralens. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries, particularly for analytical method development, quality control of herbal extracts, and studies on photochemistry and metabolic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, assay, and purity testing of bergapten and related furocoumarins in drug substances and herbal medicinal products.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a crucial intermediate in studying the biosynthesis, metabolism, and enzymatic pathways of psoralens.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Analysis: Employed as an analytical standard to ensure the quality and safety of cosmetic products containing citrus or other botanical extracts.
• Nutraceutical Quality Control: Acts as a marker compound for the standardization and authentication of herbal supplements derived from plants like bergamot or celery.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Utilized in photobiology studies to understand the structure-activity relationships of linear furocoumarins.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bergaptol
CAS No.	486-60-2
Molecular Formula	C11H6O4
Molecular Weight	202.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hydroxypsoralen; 5-Hydroxyfuro[3,2-g]chromen-7-one; 5-Hydroxy-7H-furo[3,2-g][1]benzopyran-7-one; Bergaptole; 5-Hydroxybergapten; NSC 22178; 4-Hydroxy-6,7-furocoumarin (obsolete)
EINECS	207-633-1

Quality Control

Our Bergaptol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, detailing all specified parameters to ensure compliance with your research or production 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 under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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