Molekula
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is a potassium salt derived from glycyrrhizic acid, the primary bioactive compound in licorice root, widely used for its anti-inflammatory, sweetening, and flavor-enhancing properties in pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. It has a CAS number of 68797-35-3, a molecular formula of C42H60K2O16, and a molecular weight of 899.123. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or light yellow powder |
| pH | 5.0 - 6.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤6.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤140ppm |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥65.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | 18.0% - 22.0% |
| Assay (UV) | 98.0% - 102.0% |
| Absorption | ≤0.008% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤10ppm |
| Clarity in Solution | The solution should be clear |
| Residual Solvents: Ethanol | ≤5000ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤290ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036484 |
| CAS Number | 68797-35-3 |
| IUPAC Name | dipotassium;(2S,3S,4S,5R,6R)-6-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6S)-2-[[(3S,4aR,6aR,6bS,8aS,11S,12aR,14aR,14bS)-11-carboxy-4,4,6a,6b,8a,11,14b-heptamethyl-14-oxo-2,3,4a,5,6,7,8,9,10,12,12a,14a-dodecahydro-1H-picen-3-yl]oxy]-6-carboxylato-4,5-dihydroxyoxan-3-yl]oxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxane-2-carboxylate |
| Molecular Formula | C42H60K2O16 |
| Molecular Weight | 899.123 |
| Exact Mass | 898.3155 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12CC[C@](C[C@H]1C3=CC(=O)[C@@H]4[C@]5(CC[C@@H](C([C@@H]5CC[C@]4([C@@]3(CC2)C)C)(C)C)O[C@@H]6[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O6)C(=O)[O-])O)O)O[C@H]7[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O7)C(=O)[O-])O)O)O)C)(C)C(=O)O.[K+].[K+] |
| InChIKey | BIVBRWYINDPWKA-VLQRKCJKSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C42H62O16.2K/c1-37(2)21-8-11-42(7)31(20(43)16-18-19-17-39(4,36(53)54)13-12-38(19,3)14-15-41(18,42)6)40(21,5)10-9-22(37)55-35-30(26(47)25(46)29(57-35)33(51)52)58-34-27(48)23(44)24(45)28(56-34)32(49)50;;/h16,19,21-31,34-35,44-48H,8-15,17H2,1-7H3,(H,49,50)(H,51,52)(H,53,54);;/q;2*+1/p-2/t19-,21-,22-,23-,24-,25-,26-,27+,28-,29-,30+,31+,34-,35-,38+,39-,40-,41+,42+;;/m0../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 656852 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 2938909090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- BIVBRWYINDPWKA-VLQRKCJKSA-L
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizate
- Glycyrrhizic acid dipotassium
- Glycyrrhizicaciddipotassiumsalt,hydrate
- Glycyrrhizin Dipotassium Salt
- Glycyrrhizinate dipotassium
- Hydrolyzed Collagen (GLYCYRRHIZINATE DIPOTASSIUM)
- MELAO AFTER SHAVE COLOGNE
- Neubormitin (TN)
- THE SKIN HOUSE EGF COLLAGEN AMPOULE
Frequently asked questions
What is Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate commonly used for?
Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate is primarily used as a natural sweetener (30–50x sweeter than sucrose), a flavor enhancer, and in pharmaceuticals for its anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties, often in lozenges, teas, and functional foods.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate?
The chemical formula is **C₄₂H₆₀K₂O₁₆**, and the molecular weight is **899.123 g/mol**.
How should Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate be stored?
Store in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. No special precautions are required beyond standard chemical storage practices.
What grades or purities of Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (95%+ purity)** and **food-grade (90%+ purity)** Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options (e.g., 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg drums) for both food and pharmaceutical-grade products, with flexible MOQs based on customer needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** (e.g., purity analysis, heavy metals testing). For pharmaceutical/food use, additional **GMP/ISO certifications** or **third-party lab reports** may be provided upon request.
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