Description

Kahweol is a unique diterpene lipid compound, a key bioactive constituent found in coffee beans. This compound matters for its significant research interest in the fields of nutraceuticals, pharmacology, and food science due to its studied biological properties. It is primarily needed by manufacturers and research institutions in the dietary supplement, functional food, and pharmaceutical development sectors seeking high-purity botanical extracts for product formulation and advanced studies.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Formulation: Used as a premium bioactive ingredient in capsules, tablets, and liquid supplements targeting specific wellness pathways.
• Functional Food & Beverage Enhancement: Incorporated into health-focused food products and fortified beverages to add value through its natural origin and researched benefits.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in preclinical and clinical research studies.
• Cosmeceutical Products: Utilized in advanced skincare formulations for its antioxidant properties and potential skin health applications.
• Analytical & Quality Control Standards: Employed as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) in laboratories for HPLC, GC-MS, and other analytical methods.
• Academic and Institutional Research: A critical compound for universities and research institutes studying natural product chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular biology.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Kahweol
CAS No.	6894-43-5
Molecular Formula	C20H26O3
Molecular Weight	314.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Kahweol; 13-Methyl-6,11,14-trioxatetracyclo[11.2.1.01,10.04,9]hexadeca-4(9),5,7-trien-5-ol; Cafestol isomer; Coffee diterpene; 3-Hydroxy-13-methyl-6,11,14-trioxatetracyclo[11.2.1.01,10.04,9]hexadeca-4(9),5,7-triene
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Quality Control

Our Kahweol is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting specifications suitable for research and commercial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), residual solvents, and heavy metals are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.