Molekula
6-Gingerol
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6-Gingerol is a potent bioactive compound found in ginger, renowned for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties. It is widely used in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and functional foods for its therapeutic potential in pain relief, metabolic regulation, and cellular protection. This compound has a CAS number of 23513-14-6, a molecular formula of C17H26O4, and a molecular weight of 294.39 g/mol. It must be stored at -15 to -20°C and carries a "Danger" signal word due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies 6-Gingerol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
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Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89985018 |
| CAS Number | 23513-14-6 |
| IUPAC Name | (5S)-5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one |
| Molecular Formula | C17H26O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 294.39 |
| Exact Mass | 294.1831 |
| SMILES | CCCCC[C@@H](CC(=O)CCC1=CC(=C(C=C1)O)OC)O |
| InChIKey | NLDDIKRKFXEWBK-AWEZNQCLSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H26O4/c1-3-4-5-6-14(18)12-15(19)9-7-13-8-10-16(20)17(11-13)21-2/h8,10-11,14,18,20H,3-7,9,12H2,1-2H3/t14-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 442793 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29145030 |
| Tariff Code | 2914500090 |
Safety & GHS
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (+)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-decanone
- (5S)-5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-decanone
- (5S)-5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one
- (S)-(+)-[6]Gingerol
- (S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-decanone
- (S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)decan-3-one
- [1-(4''-hydroxy-3''-methoxyphenyl)-5-hydroxy-3-decanone]
- 3-Decanone, 5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-, (5S)-
- 3-Decanone, 5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-, (S)-
- gingerol
Frequently asked questions
What is 6-Gingerol commonly used for?
6-Gingerol is primarily used in research for its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, as well as in flavor and fragrance applications due to its ginger-like aroma.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 6-Gingerol?
The chemical formula is **C17H26O4**, and the molecular weight is **294.39 g/mol**.
How should 6-Gingerol be stored?
Store at **-15 to -20°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade or purity is available for 6-Gingerol?
Molekula supplies **research-grade 6-Gingerol** with high purity, typically ≥95% by HPLC.
Can Molekula supply 6-Gingerol in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of 6-Gingerol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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