Molekula
Echinocystic acid
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Echinocystic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid compound derived from natural sources, primarily used in pharmaceutical research for its potential anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and hepatoprotective properties. It is also studied for its role in skin protection and as a precursor in chemical synthesis. This high-purity chemical has a CAS number of 510-30-5, a molecular formula of C30H48O4, and a molecular weight of 472.70 g/mol. It requires storage between 2 to 8°C and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Echinocystic acid 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 | White to off-white powder |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036819 |
| CAS Number | 510-30-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (4aR,5R,6aR,6aS,6bR,8aR,10S,12aR,14bS)-5,10-dihydroxy-2,2,6a,6b,9,9,12a-heptamethyl-1,3,4,5,6,6a,7,8,8a,10,11,12,13,14b-tetradecahydropicene-4a-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 208-112-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C30H48O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 472.70 |
| Exact Mass | 472.3553 |
| SMILES | C[C@]12CC[C@@H](C([C@@H]1CC[C@@]3([C@@H]2CC=C4[C@]3(C[C@H]([C@@]5([C@H]4CC(CC5)(C)C)C(=O)O)O)C)C)(C)C)O |
| InChIKey | YKOPWPOFWMYZJZ-PRIAQAIDSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C30H48O4/c1-25(2)14-15-30(24(33)34)19(16-25)18-8-9-21-27(5)12-11-22(31)26(3,4)20(27)10-13-28(21,6)29(18,7)17-23(30)32/h8,19-23,31-32H,9-17H2,1-7H3,(H,33,34)/t19-,20-,21+,22-,23+,27-,28+,29+,30+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 73309 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29181920 |
| Tariff Code | 2918199890 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: 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 beta,16 alpha)-3,16-dihydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
- 3,16-dihydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
- 3|?,16| cent-Dihydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
- 3beta,16alpha-Dihydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
- Albizziagenin
- Echinocystic acid (Standard)
- OLEAN-12-EN-28-OIC ACID, 3,16-DIHYDROXY-, (3.BETA.,16.ALPHA.)-
- OLEAN-12-EN-28-OIC ACID, 3.BETA.,16.ALPHA.-DIHYDROXY-
Frequently asked questions
What is echinocystic acid used for?
Echinocystic acid is primarily used in research for its potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic properties, as well as in studies related to triterpenoid chemistry.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of echinocystic acid?
The chemical formula is **C₃₀H₄₈O₄**, and the molecular weight is **472.70 g/mol**.
How should echinocystic acid be stored?
Store echinocystic acid at **2–8°C** in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture.
What grade or purity is available for echinocystic acid?
Molekula supplies echinocystic acid in **research-grade purity**, typically ≥98% by HPLC or TLC, depending on the specific batch.
Can Molekula supply echinocystic acid 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 echinocystic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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