Description
IUPAC Name: methyl (1R,4aS,7aS)-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydrocyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylate
InChI: InChI=1S/C11H14O5/c1-15-10(13)8-5-16-11(14)9-6(4-12)2-3-7(8)9/h2,5,7,9,11-12,14H,3-4H2,1H3/t7-,9-,11-/m1/s1
InChIKey: AZKVWQKMDGGDSV-BCMRRPTOSA-N
Canonical SMILES: COC(=O)C1=COC(C2C1CC=C2CO)O
Isomeric SMILES: COC(=O)C1=CO[C@H]([C@H]2[C@@H]1CC=C2CO)O
Synonyms: Genipin; 6902-77-8; 1,4a,5,7a-Tetrahydro-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)-cyclopenta(c)pyran-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; (+)-Genipin; CHEBI:5298; A3V2NE52YG; ST080860; methyl (1R,4aS,7aS)-1-hydroxy-7-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4a,5,7a-tetrahydrocyclopenta[c]pyran-4-carboxylate; …
Botanical Source: Gardenia jasminoides Ellis
Product Overview
BIORLAB provides high-purity Genipin, a natural cross-linking agent derived from Gardenia fruit with significant applications in tissue engineering, drug delivery, and biological research.
Technical Specifications
- Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₄O₅
- Molecular Weight: 226.23 g/mol
- Appearance: Crystalline powder
- Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
- Storage: -20°C, protected from light
Research Applications
Primary Research Areas
- Tissue engineering
- Drug delivery systems
- Biomaterial development
- Cell culture studies
Key Research Properties
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Cross-linking Applications
- Protein cross-linking
- Collagen modification
- Biomaterial stabilization
- Scaffold development
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Biological Activities
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Neurotrophic properties
- Hepatoprotective activity
- Cell viability enhancement
Research Significance
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Tissue Engineering
- Natural cross-linker
- Low cytotoxicity
- Stable cross-links
- Biocompatible products
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Drug Delivery
- Controlled release systems
- Microsphere formation
- Hydrogel development
- Protein delivery
Storage & Handling
- Store at -20°C
- Protect from light
- Available in research quantities
- Stability data provided
Quality Assurance
- Full spectroscopic characterization
- Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
- Batch-specific HPLC profiles
- Research-grade documentation
Target Applications
- Tissue engineering research
- Drug delivery development
- Biomaterial laboratories
- Academic research institutions
For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.
Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only.