Description

1,2,3,6-Tetragalloylglucose is a specific polyphenolic compound belonging to the hydrolyzable tannin class, characterized by a glucose core esterified with four galloyl groups. This structure is of significant interest for its potent antioxidant and bioactive properties, making it a valuable reference standard and research material. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries for product development and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a high-purity reference standard for the analysis and quality control of herbal medicines and botanical extracts.
• Bioactivity Studies: Used in in vitro and in vivo research to investigate antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and enzyme-inhibitory activities.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed as a key marker compound for standardizing tannin-rich dietary supplements and functional food ingredients.
• Cosmetic Science: Incorporated into research for developing advanced skincare formulations targeting oxidative stress and aging.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a sophisticated intermediate or starting material for the synthesis of complex natural product derivatives.
• Academic Research: Essential for studies in phytochemistry, natural product isolation, and structural elucidation within university and institutional labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,6-Tetragalloylglucose
CAS No.	79886-50-3
Molecular Formula	C34H28O22
Molecular Weight	788.57 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-galloyl-β-D-glucose; β-D-Glucopyranose, 1,2,3,6-tetrakis(3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate); 1,2,3,6-Tetra-O-galloyl-β-D-glucose; TGG; Tetragalloyl glucose; 1,2,3,6-Tetragalloyl-β-D-glucose
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1,2,3,6-Tetragalloylglucose is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous purity and identity testing to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing results for assay, related substances, and identification, is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and reliability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended for optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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