Description

Ginsenoside R1 is a protopanaxatriol-type saponin and a key active constituent found in Panax ginseng. This high-purity reference standard is critical for ensuring the quality, efficacy, and consistency of ginseng-based products. It serves as an essential analytical standard and raw material for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical industries, where precise quantification and bioactivity are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, assay, and quality control of ginseng extracts and finished herbal medicinal products.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplements and functional foods for its potential adaptogenic and neuroprotective properties.
• Cosmetic Active Ingredient: Applied in anti-aging and skin-rejuvenating formulations for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
• Biomedical Research: Serves as a critical reagent in pharmacological and pharmacokinetic studies investigating mechanisms of action.
• Analytical Chemistry: Acts as a primary calibration standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for ginsenoside profiling.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ginsenoside R1
CAS No.	439858-23-8
Molecular Formula	C42H72O14
Molecular Weight	801.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Ginsenoside R1; Ginsenoside-R1; (3β,6α,12β)-3,12-Dihydroxydammar-24-ene-6,20-diyl bis-β-D-glucopyranoside; 20(S)-Ginsenoside R1; 20-Glc-Ginsenoside Rf; Sanchinoside R1; Panaxoside R1
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Quality Control

Our Ginsenoside R1 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, MS, NMR). We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatograms and full traceability to ensure compliance with research and cGMP-grade requirements for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term storage, consider desiccant and under inert atmosphere to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
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.