Epibetulinic Acid 98% Purity Triterpenoid Standard CAS 38736-77-5 Research Grade Reference Standard

Product Overview

Epibetulinic Acid is a naturally occurring triterpenoid found in various plants, including birch bark and other medicinal plants. It is an epimer of betulinic acid and serves as an important reference standard for the quality control of triterpenoid-containing products.

With the molecular formula C₃₀H₄₈O₃ and a molecular weight of 456.70 g/mol, this compound appears as a white to off-white powder. It is soluble in methanol, ethanol, and DMSO. The product is supplied at ≥98% purity as determined by HPLC analysis.

Synthetic Process

Epibetulinic Acid is obtained through isolation from plant sources or by epimerization of betulinic acid:

1. Isolation: Extracted from birch bark or other plant materials.

2. Epimerization: Betulinic acid is epimerized under appropriate conditions.

3. Purification: Preparative HPLC yields the pure compound.

4. Identity Confirmation: Structure is confirmed by NMR and mass spectrometry.

Mechanism of Action & Applications

This compound is primarily used as:

• Reference Standard: For the quantification of triterpenoids in plant extracts.

• Quality Control: Used in the quality assessment of herbal products.

• Natural Product Chemistry: Serves as a reference for triterpenoid epimer identification.

Quality Specifications

• Purity: ≥98.0% determined by HPLC.

• Identity: Confirmed by NMR and mass spectrometry.

• Loss on Drying: ≤1.0%.

• Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive COA.

• Stable for 24 months when stored at 2-8°C in sealed containers, protected from light.

Packaging & Storage

• Standard packaging: 2mg, 5mg, 10mg amber glass vials.

• Store at 2-8°C, protected from light and moisture.