Molekula
Chlorogenic acid - USP CRS
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Chlorogenic acid is a natural phenolic compound found in coffee beans, hawthorn berries, and various fruits, widely used as a dietary supplement for its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. It is also employed in food and beverage industries as a preservative and natural colorant. This USP Certified Reference Standard (CRS) has a CAS number of 327-97-9, a molecular formula of C16H18O9, and a molecular weight of 354.31 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8°C, with a signal word of Warning for safety handling. Molekula supplies Chlorogenic acid - USP CRS 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
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Undamaged packaging |
| Identification | Conforms to USP monograph |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 205 - 209 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 1794427 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037939 |
| CAS Number | 327-97-9 |
| IUPAC Name | (1S,3R,4R,5R)-3-[(E)-3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)prop-2-enoyl]oxy-1,4,5-trihydroxycyclohexane-1-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 206-325-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H18O9 |
| Molecular Weight | 354.31 |
| Exact Mass | 354.0951 |
| SMILES | C1[C@H]([C@H]([C@@H](C[C@@]1(C(=O)O)O)OC(=O)/C=C/C2=CC(=C(C=C2)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | CWVRJTMFETXNAD-JUHZACGLSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H18O9/c17-9-3-1-8(5-10(9)18)2-4-13(20)25-12-7-16(24,15(22)23)6-11(19)14(12)21/h1-5,11-12,14,17-19,21,24H,6-7H2,(H,22,23)/b4-2+/t11-,12-,14-,16+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 1794427 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29182975 |
| Tariff Code | 2918290090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- 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
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+341 IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3-(3,4-Dihydroxycinnamoyl)quinic acid
- 3-Caffeoylquinic acid
- 5-CQA
- 5-O-(3,4-Dihydroxycinnamoyl)-L-quinic acid
- Acid, Chlorogenic
- Caffeoyl quinic acid
- CHLOROGENIC ACID
- CP chlorogenic acid
- Heriguard
- trans-5-O-Caffeoylquinic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is chlorogenic acid USP CRS primarily used for?
Chlorogenic acid USP CRS is primarily used as a reference standard for analytical testing, quality control, and research in pharmaceuticals, food science, and nutraceuticals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chlorogenic acid?
The chemical formula is **C₁₆H₁₈O₉** and the molecular weight is **354.31 g/mol**.
How should chlorogenic acid USP CRS be stored?
Store at **2–8°C** in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture.
What grade of chlorogenic acid does Molekula supply, and is USP CRS available in bulk?
Molekula supplies **USP Certified Reference Standard (CRS) grade** chlorogenic acid; bulk quantities are available upon request—contact us for pricing and lead times.
What safety precautions should be taken when handling chlorogenic acid?
Chlorogenic acid has a **signal word of 'Warning'**—wear gloves and eye protection, and avoid inhalation or skin contact.
What documentation comes with a chlorogenic acid USP CRS order from Molekula?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Safety Data Sheet (SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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