CAS 104264-55-3

[12]-Gingerol

Description:

[12]-Gingerol is a bioactive compound primarily found in ginger (Zingiber officinale), known for its distinctive flavor and potential health benefits. It belongs to the class of gingerols, which are phenolic compounds characterized by a long carbon chain and a hydroxyl group. This compound exhibits a variety of biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties, making it of interest in both culinary and medicinal contexts. [12]-Gingerol is recognized for its pungent taste and is often studied for its role in traditional medicine, particularly in alleviating nausea and digestive issues. Its chemical structure includes a phenolic ring and a long aliphatic chain, contributing to its unique properties. Additionally, [12]-Gingerol has been investigated for its potential effects on metabolic processes and cardiovascular health. As a natural compound, it is generally regarded as safe for consumption, although further research is ongoing to fully understand its mechanisms of action and therapeutic potential.

Formula: C₂₃H₃₈O₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C23H38O4/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-20(24)18-21(25)15-13-19-14-16-22(26)23(17-19)27-2/h14,16-17,20,24,26H,3-13,15,18H2,1-2H3/t20-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=HQXJXOYLPWCMGL-FQEVSTJZSA-N

SMILES: C(CC(C[C@H](CCCCCCCCCCC)O)=O)C1=CC(OC)=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 3-Hexadecanone, 5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-, (5S)-
• 3-Hexadecanone, 5-hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-, (S)-
• [12]-Gingerol
• (5S)-5-Hydroxy-1-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3-hexadecanone

12-Gingerol

CAS: 104264-55-3

12-Gingerol is a useful organic compound for research related to life sciences. The catalog number is T126483 and the CAS number is 104264-55-3.

Formula: C₂₃H₃₈O₄

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 378.553

Ref: TM-T126483