Description

6-Gingerdiol is a bioactive phenolic compound and a key constituent of ginger, valued for its potential health-promoting properties. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a marker of authenticity and quality in ginger extracts and as a precursor for further chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food flavoring industries for use in dietary supplements, functional foods, and research applications.

Application

• Dietary Supplement Formulation: Used as a standardized active ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid extracts targeting anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.
• Functional Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into health-focused products like teas, juices, and snacks to enhance their bioactive profile.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and a key intermediate in the development of novel therapeutic agents.
• Cosmeceutical Products: Utilized in skincare formulations for its potential antioxidant and skin-soothing properties.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed as a natural flavoring agent to impart the characteristic pungent and warm notes of ginger.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Critical for quality control laboratories to authenticate ginger extracts and quantify gingerol content via HPLC or GC analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Gingerdiol
CAS No.	53318-09-5
Molecular Formula	C17H28O4
Molecular Weight	296.40 g/mol
Synonyms	(6)-Gingerdiol; 5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one; [6]-Gingerdiol; 1-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3,5-diol; Gingerdiol; Zingerone derivative; Dihydrogingerol
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Quality Control

Our 6-Gingerdiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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) and should be handled in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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