Description

Totarol is a naturally occurring diterpenoid phenol, a key bioactive compound derived from the heartwood of the Podocarpus totara tree. This compound is valued for its potent antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, making it a sought-after ingredient for advanced formulations. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries seeking natural, effective actives.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Used as a natural preservative and active ingredient in creams, lotions, and serums for its anti-acne and skin-soothing properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents due to its bioactive diterpenoid structure.
• Dietary Supplements: Incorporated into nutraceutical formulations for its potential antioxidant and health-supporting benefits.
• Oral Care Products: An effective component in mouthwashes and toothpastes for its antimicrobial action against oral pathogens.
• Natural Preservatives: Provides a botanical alternative to synthetic preservatives in various consumer product formulations.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and pharmacological research to study its mechanisms of action and potential new applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Totarol
CAS No.	511-15-9
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₀O
Molecular Weight	286.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Podototarin; 13-Isopropylpodocarpa-8,11,13-trien-3-ol; 8,11,13-Podocarpatrien-3-ol, 13-isopropyl-; 13-Isopropylpodocarpa-8,11,13-trien-3β-ol; Totarol (diterpene); NSC 122044; Totara extract constituent
EINECS	208-123-8

Quality Control

Our Totarol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems support compliance with relevant standards for use in various industrial and research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	125°C - 130°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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