Description

6-Epiharpagide is a specialized iridoid glycoside compound, a key phytochemical constituent of interest derived from medicinal plants. This high-purity standard is essential for research and development in the natural products and pharmaceutical sectors, serving as a critical reference material for analytical and bioactivity studies. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and botanical extract industries for quality control, method validation, and as a precursor in the synthesis of bioactive derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, assay, and purity testing of herbal extracts and finished products in quality control laboratories.
• Natural Product Research: Serves as a key biochemical marker in phytochemical and pharmacological research to study the bioactive properties of iridoid glycosides.
• Nutraceutical Development: Employed in the standardization and formulation of high-value dietary supplements and herbal remedies to ensure consistent potency and efficacy.
• Analytical Method Development: Critical for developing and validating HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for the quantification of plant-derived compounds.
• Biosynthetic Pathway Studies: Used as an intermediate or standard in research investigating the biosynthesis of iridoids in plants.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Epiharpagide
CAS No.	86362-16-5
Molecular Formula	C15H22O10
Molecular Weight	362.33 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Epiharpagide; Harpagide 6-epimer; (1S,4aS,5S,7aS)-5-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydro-7-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopenta[c]pyran-1-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 6-Epi-harpagoside aglycone (incorrect but common); Harpagide epimer
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Quality Control

Our 6-Epiharpagide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.