Description

Aucubigenin CAS NO 64274-28-8 is a bioactive iridoid glycoside aglycone, a key chemical intermediate and reference standard derived from plants in the *Aucuba* genus. This compound is valued for its role in phytochemical research and the development of high-value botanical extracts. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical industries for its potential applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of herbal medicines and botanical drug substances.
• Nutraceutical Ingredient: Serves as a marker compound for the standardization of dietary supplements containing *Aucuba japonica* or related botanicals.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in pharmacological studies to investigate anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, or other biological activities.
• Cosmetic Actives: Incorporated into advanced skincare formulations for its potential antioxidant properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial intermediate or starting material for the semi-synthesis of novel iridoid derivatives.
• Quality Control: Essential for HPLC and LC-MS method development and validation in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aucubigenin
CAS No.	64274-28-8
Molecular Formula	C9H12O4
Molecular Weight	184.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Aucubigenin; Aucubigenine; 1,4a,5,7a-Tetrahydrocyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylic acid, 7-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-, (1S,4aS,7aS)-; (1S,4aS,7aS)-7-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydrocyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylic acid; Iridoid aglycone
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Quality Control

Our Aucubigenin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR). We provide full traceability and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring compliance with research and cGMP-grade material standards where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions when possible.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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