Description
IUPAC Name: bis[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-[[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxymethyl]oxan-2-yl] (2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E)-2,6,11,15-tetramethylhexadeca-2,4,6,8,10,12,14-heptaenedioate
InChI: InChI=1S/C44H64O24/c1-19(11-7-13-21(3)39(59)67-43-37(57)33(53)29(49)25(65-43)17-61-41-35(55)31(51)27(47)23(15-45)63-41)9-5-6-10-20(2)12-8-14-22(4)40(60)68-44-38(58)34(54)30(50)26(66-44)18-62-42-36(56)32(52)28(48)24(16-46)64-42/h5-14,23-38,41-58H,15-18H2,1-4H3/b6-5+,11-7+,12-8+,19-9+,20-10+,21-13+,22-14+/t23-,24-,25-,26-,27-,28-,29-,30-,31+,32+,33+,34+,35-,36-,37-,38-,41-,42-,43+,44+/m1/s1
InChIKey: SEBIKDIMAPSUBY-RTJKDTQDSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C(=O)OC1C(C(C(C(O1)COC2C(C(C(C(O2)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O)C=CC=C(C)C(=O)OC3C(C(C(C(O3)COC4C(C(C(C(O4)CO)O)O)O)O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES: C/C(=CC=CC=C(C=CC=C(C(=O)O[C@@H]1O[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1O)O)O)CO[C@@H]2O[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)O)CO)/C)/C)/C=C/C=C(/C(=O)O[C@@H]3O[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]3O)O)O)CO[C@@H]4O[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]4O)O)O)CO)C
Synonyms: Crocin; Gardenia Yellow; Crocin I; 42553-65-1; 94238-00-3; Crocine; Crocin 1; alpha-Crocin; …
Botanical Source: Crocus sativus L., Fructus Gardeniae
Crocin is a water-soluble carotenoid compound naturally derived from the stigmas of Crocus sativus L. (saffron) and Gardenia jasminoides Ellis. As a leading supplier of high-quality natural compounds, BIORLAB offers pharmaceutical-grade crocin for research and development applications.
Technical Specifications
– Molecular Formula: C₄₄H₆₄O₂₄
– Molecular Weight: 977 g/mol
– Appearance: Orange-red crystalline powder
– Solubility: Highly soluble in water
– Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
– Storage: Store at -20°C, protected from light
Key Applications in Pharmaceutical Research
Neuroprotective Properties
Crocin demonstrates significant neuroprotective effects, making it valuable for research in:
– Alzheimer’s disease treatment development
– Memory enhancement studies
– Cognitive function improvement
– Neurodegenerative disorder therapies
Antioxidant Research
Our high-purity crocin is essential for studying:
– Free radical scavenging mechanisms
– Oxidative stress reduction
– Cellular protection pathways
– Anti-aging applications
Anti-inflammatory Studies
Researchers utilize crocin to investigate:
– Inflammatory response modulation
– Chronic inflammation treatment
– Pain management alternatives
– Immune system regulation
Research-Backed Benefits
Validated Properties
– Potent antioxidant activity
– Anti-inflammatory effects
– Neuroprotective capabilities
– Potential anticancer properties
– Cardiovascular health benefits
Emerging Applications
– Depression and anxiety research
– Metabolic disorder studies
– Vision health investigations
– Hepatoprotective research
Quality Assurance
BIORLAB’s crocin undergoes rigorous quality control testing:
– Identity confirmation by NMR and MS
– Purity verification by HPLC
– Stability testing
– Batch-to-batch consistency checks
Research Support
Our technical team provides:
– Comprehensive documentation
– Application Guidance
– Storage recommendations
– Handling protocols
Contact BIORLAB for premium-quality crocin and expert technical support for your pharmaceutical research needs.