Description

Kuwanon G is a bioactive prenylated flavonoid isolated from the root bark of the mulberry tree (*Morus alba* L.). This compound matters for its significant pharmacological potential, particularly as a key reference standard in research and development. It is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and academic research sectors for studying natural product chemistry, metabolic pathways, and therapeutic applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method validation in drug discovery and natural product research.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a key compound in studies investigating anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Acts as a benchmark compound for the extraction, purification, and synthetic modification of prenylated flavonoids.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in research for developing functional food ingredients and dietary supplements derived from mulberry extracts.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and laboratory settings for pharmacological screening and mechanistic studies.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to its antioxidant characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kuwanon G
CAS No.	75629-19-5
Molecular Formula	C₄₀H₃₆O₁₁
Molecular Weight	680.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Kuwanon G; Morusin G; 5,7,2',4'-Tetrahydroxy-8,3'-diprenylflavone; 8-[3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl]-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3-prenylphenyl)-4-chromenone; 2-(4-Hydroxy-3-(3-methylbut-2-en-1-yl)phenyl)-5,7-dihydroxy-8-(3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl)-4H-chromen-4-one; Mulberry Flavonoid G; Sanggenon G (Note: Sanggenon G is a closely related isomer, often used synonymously in literature).
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Quality Control

Our Kuwanon G is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for research and development purposes. Each batch is analyzed using advanced chromatographic techniques, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and related substances is provided. While not intended for human therapeutic use as supplied, our quality systems support applications requiring reliable and well-characterized reference materials.

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 and degradation. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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