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Junipediol A

Name: Junipediol A
Brand: Cuicheng Bio
SKU: pr2606081148
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CAS No.:

86548-91-6

Grade:

Industrial Grade

Content:

98%

Port:

guangzhou

Brand:

Cuicheng Bio

Packaging:

5mg

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2026-07-08

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Description

Junipediol A (chemically known as 2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)propane-1,3-diol) is a naturally occurring phenylpropanoid (phenolic) compound. It is primarily isolated from the aerial parts, leaves, and twigs of plants within the Juniperus genus (Cupressaceae family), most notably Juniperus phoenicea (the Phoenicean juniper).

Its primary functions include serving as an inducible plant chemical defense agent, a potent cellular antioxidant, a moderate antimicrobial component, and a valuable chemotaxonomic marker.

1. Plant Chemical Defense (Natural Phytoalexin)

Within the tissues of Juniperus species, junipediol A serves as a critical secondary metabolite involved in host defense mechanisms. It acts as a natural phytoalexin, meaning its biosynthesis is rapidly upregulated in response to environmental stressors, mechanical injury, or grazing. The compound protects the plant matrix by deterring herbivorous insects and preventing wood-boring larvae from damaging the branches.

2. Antioxidant and Free Radical Scavenging

Due to its unique guaiacyl-like core structure—specifically featuring a phenolic hydroxyl group paired with an adjacent methoxy group on the benzene ring—junipediol A possesses excellent electron-donating properties. It acts as a powerful cellular antioxidant that effectively:

Scavenges reactive oxygen species (ROS) and free radicals in tissue environments.
Mitigates localized oxidative stress.
Safeguards cell membranes from lipid peroxidation, preventing down-stream cellular breakdown.

3. Antimicrobial Activity

Junipediol A and its natural derivatives (such as junipediol A 8-glucoside) contribute directly to the broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy of juniper extracts. It works by disrupting cellular membrane permeabilities or interfering with basic enzymatic pathways in invading microorganisms, successfully suppressing the proliferation of opportunistic bacterial pathogens and environmental wood-rotting fungi.

4. Chemotaxonomy and Quality Standardization

Botanical Fingerprinting: Because of its specific propanediol-type phenylpropanoid framework, junipediol A functions as an informative chemotaxonomic marker. Botanists track this specific compound to accurately classify, map, and differentiate species and chemotypes across the complex Juniperus genus.
Laboratory Reference Standard: High-purity junipediol A is utilized in analytical biochemistry as a validated reference standard. Laboratories employ it in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) to conduct rigorous quality control, establish authentic chemical fingerprints, and standardize the dosage of raw conifer extracts used in traditional medicines.

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Product Name:

Junipediol A

Other Name:

Junipediol A;2-(4-Hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-1,3-propanediol;2-Guaiacyl-1,3-propanediol

CAS No.:

86548-91-6

Molecular Formula:

C10H14O4

InChIKeys:

UIDMTMWJXFPCFC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Molecular Weight:

198.21576

Exact Mass:

198.089

Categories:

Phenylpropanoids

Characteristics

PSA:

69.9

XLogP3:

-0.4

Density:

1.262±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)

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Handling and Storage

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.

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Business Type:
Manufactory

Main Products:
Ginsenoside Rb1,Ginsenoside Rg1,Ginsenoside Re,Ginsenoside CK,Ginsenoside Rg2,Ginsenoside Rg5

Location:
Chuangzhi valley,Chuangzhi Industrial Park ,Hanzhong Economic and Technological Dvelopment Zone,Hanzhong City, Shaanxi Province

Year of Establishment:
2019
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Junipediol A

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