Description

Pentaacetyl Geniposide is a chemically modified derivative of the natural iridoid glycoside geniposide, characterized by the acetylation of its hydroxyl groups. This modification enhances its stability and alters its physicochemical properties, making it a valuable high-purity reference standard and a key intermediate for advanced research. It is primarily utilized by scientists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and life science sectors for method development, analytical testing, and biochemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis (HPLC, LC-MS) of geniposide and its derivatives in raw materials and finished products.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical intermediate or substrate in studies investigating the metabolism, bioavailability, and structure-activity relationships of iridoid compounds.
• Process Development: Acts as a well-defined chemical intermediate in the synthesis and scale-up of novel pharmaceutical agents or specialized fine chemicals.
• Quality Control: Employed as an internal standard or calibration compound to ensure the purity and consistency of botanical extracts or synthetic batches containing geniposide-related molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentaacetyl Geniposide
CAS No.	49776-64-9
Molecular Formula	C27H34O15
Molecular Weight	598.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Geniposide Pentaacetate; 1-[(1S,4aS,7aS)-1,4a,5,7a-Tetrahydro-7-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopenta[c]pyran-1-yl]ethyl β-D-Glucopyranoside, Pentaacetate; Genipin 1-O-Gentiobioside Pentaacetate; Pentaacetylgeniposide; Acetylated Geniposide; Geniposide Acetate (Penta); Gardoside Pentaacetate Ester
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Quality Control

Every batch of our Pentaacetyl Geniposide is manufactured and analyzed under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support its use as a high-grade research chemical. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) specifying identity, purity (typically by HPLC), and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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