Ursolic acid
USP/1707770 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: 3β-Hydroxy-12-ursen-28-ic acid
CAS Number: 77-52-1
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C30H48O3
Molecular Weight: 456.70
MDL Number: MFCD00009621
Linear Formula: C30H48O3
Product Type: Chemical
API family | ursolic acid |
application(s) | pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
format | neat |
grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
InChI | 1S/C30H48O3/c1-18-10-15-3 |
InChI key | WCGUUGGRBIKTOS-GPOJBZKASA |
manufacturer/tradename | USP |
mp | 292 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
SMILES string | [H][C@@]12CC[C@]3(C)[C@]( |
storage temp. | 15-25°C |
Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
Application: | Ursolic acid USP Reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monographs such as: • Powdered Holy Basil Leaf Extract • Powdered Holy Basil Leaf • Holy Basil Leaf |
Biochem/physiol Actions: | Triterpenoid found in a variety of fruits, including apples. Cardioprotective and anti-tumor agent. Under study as a potential Alzheimer′s disease therapeutic due to its inhibitory effect on the interactions between amyloid-β and the CD36 receptor. |
General description: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia . |
Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
Flash Point(F) | 580.5 °F |
Flash Point(C) | 304.7 °C |
mp | 292 °C (dec.) (lit.) |
Storage Temp. | 15-25°C |
UNSPSC | 41116107 |