PHL89256
Picrocrocin
phyproof® Reference Substance
Synonym(s):
(R)-4-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-β-cyclocitral, Pikrocrocin, Saffron-bitter
About This Item
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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
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General description
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).
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Warning
hcodes
Hazard Classifications
Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Skin Sens. 1
Storage Class
11 - Combustible Solids
wgk_germany
WGK 3
flash_point_f
Not applicable
flash_point_c
Not applicable
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