Description

Ajugol CAS NO 52949-83-4 is a naturally occurring iridoid glycoside, a class of compounds valued for their diverse biological activities. This high-purity standard is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors, where precise chemical reference materials are critical. It serves as a key analytical standard for quality control in the production of herbal extracts and as a bioactive lead compound in pharmacological studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, assay, and purity testing of herbal medicines and related products.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Analysis: Employed in the quality control of botanical extracts, ensuring product consistency and authenticity for supplements containing Ajuga species.
• Biochemical & Pharmacological Research: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in studies investigating anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and other therapeutic properties of iridoids.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredient Research: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to the bioactive properties associated with iridoid glycosides.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial tool for method development, validation, and chemical synthesis studies in university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ajugol
CAS No.	52949-83-4
Molecular Formula	C15H24O9
Molecular Weight	348.35 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Epi-deoxyloganic acid; (1S,4aS,7S,7aR)-1-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-1,4a,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-7-hydroxy-7-methylcyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylic acid; Ajugol (iridoid); 8-Epideoxyloganic acid; 8-Epideoxyloganate
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Quality Control

Our Ajugol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR, MS). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or quality specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
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.