Lupeol
R120,00
IUPAC Name: (1R,3aR,5aR,5bR,7aR,9S,11aR,11bR,13aR,13bR)-3a,5a,5b,8,8,11a-hexamethyl-1-prop-1-en-2-yl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,7a,9,10,11,11b,12,13,13a,13b-hexadecahydrocyclopenta[a]chrysen-9-ol
Synonyms: Fagarasterol, Clerodol, Monogynol B
CAS Number: 545-47-1
PubChem CID: 259846
Molecular Formula: C₃₀H₅₀O
Molecular Weight: 426.7 g/mol
Purity: ≥98%
Pack Size: 1 mg
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Description
Lupeol is a naturally occurring pentacyclic triterpenoid distinguished by a lupane skeleton with a β-hydroxy group at position 3. As a notable plant-derived bioactive, lupeol is found in the skin of lupin seeds, latex of fig (Ficus spp.) and rubber trees (Hevea brasiliensis), as well as in various fruits and vegetables.
Lupeol exhibits significant anti-inflammatory activity and is under active investigation for therapeutic applications including acne treatment and other inflammatory skin disorders. Functionally classified as a secondary alcohol, it is an important plant metabolite extensively studied in pharmacology and natural product research for its diverse bioactivities.
Due to its potent biological effects and natural abundance, lupeol represents a key compound in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and cosmeceuticals derived from botanical sources.
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