Description

Protopanaxadiol is a key aglycone sapogenin derived from the hydrolysis of ginsenosides, the primary active constituents of Panax ginseng. This compound serves as a crucial pharmaceutical intermediate and reference standard for research and development in the nutraceutical and pharmaceutical industries. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers focused on bioactive compound synthesis, metabolic studies, and quality control of ginseng-based products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used as a key starting material or precursor in the synthesis of novel ginsenosides and their derivatives for drug development.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of ginsenosides in raw materials and finished products via HPLC, LC-MS, or TLC.
• Nutraceutical R&D: Employed in research to study the structure-activity relationships, bioavailability, and metabolic pathways of ginseng saponins.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Investigated for potential application in skincare formulations for its purported anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Academic & Clinical Research: Utilized in biochemical, pharmacological, and toxicological studies to elucidate the mechanisms of action of ginseng components.
• Quality Assurance: Critical for the quality control laboratories of herbal extract manufacturers to ensure product potency and authenticity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Protopanaxadiol
CAS No.	7755-01-3
Molecular Formula	C30H52O3
Molecular Weight	460.73 g/mol
Synonyms	PPD; 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol; Dammar-24-ene-3β,12β,20(S)-triol; (3β,12β)-Dammar-24-ene-3,12,20-triol; 20(S)-Protopanaxadiol; Ginsenoside aglycone; Panaxadiol
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Quality Control

Our Protopanaxadiol is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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