Description

Centauroside is a specialized phytochemical compound, a secoiridoid glycoside, known for its distinct biological activity. This high-purity ingredient is valued for its role as a key reference standard and active component in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science industries for applications in analytical chemistry, phytochemical studies, and the development of therapeutic formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the identification, purity assessment, and quantification of Centauroside in raw materials and finished products via HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods.
• Bioactivity Research: Serves as a key compound in pharmacological studies investigating potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, or other therapeutic properties.
• Natural Product Development: Incorporated into the formulation of standardized botanical extracts for nutraceutical and dietary supplement applications.
• Phytochemical Analysis: Essential for the isolation, characterization, and quality control of plant-derived materials in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Method Development & Validation: Employed in the development and validation of analytical methods for complex natural product matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Centauroside
CAS No.	82474-97-3
Molecular Formula	C16H22O10
Molecular Weight	374.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Centauroside; Swertiamarin; (1S,4aR,5S,7aS)-5-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-7-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopenta[c]pyran-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Gentiopicrin (related compound); Secoiridoid glycoside; Swertia maroside
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Quality Control

Our Centauroside is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for reference materials, ensuring reliability for your critical research and development projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

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

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