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Limonin

SKU 24406022 CAS 1180-71-8 C26H30O8 MW 470.51 Available on enquiry

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Limonin is a bitter triterpenoid compound found naturally in citrus fruits, particularly in the peel and seeds. It is primarily used in the food and beverage industry as a bittering agent and flavor modifier, and in pharmaceutical research for its potential bioactive properties. This chemical has a CAS number of 1180-71-8, with a molecular formula of C26H30O8 and a molecular weight of 470.51. It should be stored at 2 to 8°C and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety. Molekula supplies Limonin from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 24406022
CAS Number: 1180-71-8
IUPAC Name: (1R,2R,7S,10R,13R,14R,16S,19S,20S)-19-(furan-3-yl)-9,9,13,20-tetramethyl-4,8,15,18-tetraoxahexacyclo[11.9.0.02,7.02,10.014,16.014,20]docosane-5,12,17-trione
Molecular Formula: C26H30O8
Molecular Weight: 470.51
Exact Mass: 470.1941
SMILES: C[C@@]12CC[C@H]3[C@]([C@@]14[C@H](O4)C(=O)O[C@H]2C5=COC=C5)(C(=O)C[C@@H]6[C@@]37COC(=O)C[C@@H]7OC6(C)C)C
InChIKey: KBDSLGBFQAGHBE-MSGMIQHVSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C26H30O8/c1-22(2)15-9-16(27)24(4)14(25(15)12-31-18(28)10-17(25)33-22)5-7-23(3)19(13-6-8-30-11-13)32-21(29)20-26(23,24)34-20/h6,8,11,14-15,17,19-20H,5,7,9-10,12H2,1-4H3/t14-,15-,17-,19-,20+,23-,24-,25+,26+/m0/s1
PubChem CID: 179651

Synonyms

7,16-Dioxo-7,16-dideoxylimondiol
Citrolimonin
Dictamnolactone
Evodin
Limoni
Limonine
limonoic acid 3,19:16,17-dilactone
Limonoic acid, di-delta-lactone
Linonin
Obaculactone

Frequently asked questions

What is limonin used for?

Limonin is primarily studied as the compound responsible for delayed bitterness in citrus juices, which processors reduce through debittering. It is also used in flavor research and as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for detecting bitterness in food and beverages.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of limonin?

The chemical formula of limonin is **C₂₆H₃₀O₈**, and its molecular weight is **470.51 g/mol**.

How should limonin be stored?

Limonin should be stored at **2–8°C** to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

What grades or purities of limonin does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies limonin in **analytical and USP-grade standards**, ensuring high purity for research and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply limonin in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide limonin in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet customer requirements for research, manufacturing, or commercial use.

What documentation comes with a limonin order?

Each limonin order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation to ensure compliance and quality assurance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.