PHL89256

Picrocrocin

phyproof^® Reference Substance

• Synonym(s): (R)-4-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-β-cyclocitral, Pikrocrocin, Saffron-bitter
• Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₁₆H₂₆O₇
• CAS Number: 138-55-6
• Molecular Weight: 330.37
• MDL number: MFCD09752814
• UNSPSC Code: 41116107
• NACRES: NA.24

Properties

• grade: primary reference standard
• product line: phyproof^® Reference Substance
• Assay: ≥90.0% (HPLC)
• manufacturer/tradename: PhytoLab
• format: neat
• storage temp.: −20°C
• SMILES string: O[C@@H]1[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@@H](CO)O[C@@]1([H])O[C@H]2CC(C)(C)C(C([H])=O)=C(C)C2
• InChI: 1S/C16H26O7/c1-8-4-9(5-16(2,3)10(8)6-17)22-15-14(21)13(20)12(19)11(7-18)23-15/h6,9,11-15,18-21H,4-5,7H2,1-3H3/t9-,11-,12-,13+,14-,15-/m1/s1
• InChI key: WMHJCSAICLADIN-WYWSWGBSSA-N

Description

General description

This substance is a primary reference substance with assigned absolute purity (considering chromatographic purity, water, residual solvents, inorganic impurities). The exact value can be found on the certificate. Produced by PhytoLab GmbH & Co. KG

Application

• Neuroprotective research: Picrocrocin exhibits potential as a therapeutic agent in neuroprotective studies, showing significant benefits in the treatment of brain disorders due to its antioxidant properties and mechanisms involving neurotransmitter modulation (Bej et al., 2024).
• Phytochemistry and medicinal uses: Research on high-purity picrocrocin for biochemical analysis has contributed to understanding the complex phytochemistry of Crocus sativus, emphasizing its medicinal uses and potential in pharmacological applications (Aissa et al., 2023).
• Antidepressant activity: Studies on picrocrocin from saffron compound research applications highlight its efficacy in treating depressive symptoms, supporting its role in sensory research and potential use as a natural antidepressant agent (Matraszek-Gawron et al., 2022).
• Saffron cultivation advancements: The development of novel hydroponic processes for the efficient pharma-grade production of saffron and its derivatives like picrocrocin showcases the integration of advanced agricultural techniques to enhance yield and quality, relevant for biochemical research (Nardi et al., 2022).
• Extended preservation methods: Picrocrocin also plays a role in new packaging technologies, which use synergistic cellulose-based nanocomposite packaging and cold plasma decontamination to extend the preservation and maintain the quality of saffron, highlighting its importance in maintaining taste and aroma biosynthesis during storage (Amini et al., 2022).

Legal Information

phyproof is a registered trademark of PhytoLab GmbH & Co. KG

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS07
• Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements: H302,H317
• Precautionary Statements: P261 - P264 - P270 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Skin Sens. 1
• Storage Class Code: 11 - Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 3
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable