Description

Eriodictyol is a naturally occurring flavonoid compound, specifically a flavanone, recognized for its significant biological and antioxidant properties. This high-purity ingredient is essential for research and development in the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical sectors, where its activity is a key focus. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers developing advanced dietary supplements, functional food ingredients, and investigative pharmaceutical formulations targeting oxidative stress and inflammation.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: A core ingredient in antioxidant formulations, capsules, and tablets aimed at supporting cellular health and combating free radicals.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Used to enhance the nutritional profile of health-focused foods and drinks with bioactive flavonoid content.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in preclinical studies for its potential therapeutic effects.
• Cosmeceutical & Skincare Products: Incorporated into serums and creams for its purported anti-aging and skin-protective antioxidant benefits.
• Biochemical & Life Science Research: Utilized as a tool compound in laboratory studies to investigate flavonoid metabolism, bioavailability, and biological pathways.
• Natural Colorant & Flavor Precursor: Explored in specialty applications for its structural role in the development of natural pigments and flavor compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Eriodictyol
CAS No.	4049-38-1
Molecular Formula	C15H12O6
Molecular Weight	288.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3',4',5,7-Tetrahydroxyflavanone; (S)-Eriodictyol; 5,7,3',4'-Tetrahydroxyflavanone; L-Eriodictyol; Homoeriodictyol (Note: Homoeriodictyol is a different methylated derivative); 2,3-Dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-4H-1-benzopyran-4-one; (2S)-2,3-Dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-4-chromenone
EINECS	223-760-1

Quality Control

Our Eriodictyol is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles as determined by HPLC, IR, and other relevant pharmacopeial methods. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade and research-grade materials.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% - ≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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