Description

Chikusetsu Saponin Ib CAS NO 59252-87-8 is a high-purity, bioactive saponin compound isolated from natural sources such as *Panax japonicus*. This specialized phytochemical is valued for its role as a reference standard and active ingredient in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic research sectors for applications in metabolic studies, natural product formulation, and analytical method development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of saponin content in herbal medicines and botanical extracts via HPLC, LC-MS, and TLC.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a key compound in pharmacological studies investigating anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and metabolic regulatory effects.
• Nutraceutical Development: Incorporated into high-end dietary supplement formulations targeting wellness and metabolic health.
• Natural Product Chemistry: Employed as a building block or marker compound in the synthesis and standardization of complex botanical products.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Essential for university and contract research organization (CRO) labs focusing on phytochemistry and pharmacognosy.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Acts as a critical calibration standard for ensuring the purity and potency of saponin-based raw materials and finished products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chikusetsu Saponin Ib
CAS No.	59252-87-8
Molecular Formula	C₄₈H₈₂O₁₈
Molecular Weight	947.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Chikusetsusaponin Ib; Chikusetsusaponin-Ib; Ginsenoside Ro (Aglycone); Oleanolic acid 3-O-β-D-glucuronopyranoside; 3-O-β-D-Glucuronopyranosyl oleanolic acid; (3β)-3-(β-D-Glucopyranuronosyloxy)olean-12-en-28-oic acid; Panaxoside Ro; Araloside A
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Quality Control

Our Chikusetsu Saponin Ib is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry place, ideally at 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the sealed container to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.