CAS 3650-09-7: Carnosic acid
Description:Carnosic acid is a naturally occurring diterpene phenolic compound primarily found in the rosemary plant (Rosmarinus officinalis) and other members of the Lamiaceae family. It is recognized for its antioxidant properties, which contribute to its potential health benefits and applications in food preservation. Carnosic acid exhibits a molecular formula of C20H28O4 and has a molecular weight of approximately 332.44 g/mol. The compound is characterized by its ability to scavenge free radicals, thereby protecting cells from oxidative stress. Additionally, it has been studied for its neuroprotective effects and potential anti-inflammatory properties. Carnosic acid is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Its stability can be influenced by factors such as temperature and pH, making it important to consider these conditions in applications. Due to its flavor and aroma, carnosic acid is also utilized in the food industry as a natural preservative and flavor enhancer. Overall, its diverse properties make it a subject of interest in both nutritional and pharmaceutical research.
Formula:C20H28O4
InChI:InChI=1S/C20H28O4/c1-11(2)13-10-12-6-7-14-19(3,4)8-5-9-20(14,18(23)24)15(12)17(22)16(13)21/h10-11,14,21-22H,5-9H2,1-4H3,(H,23,24)/t14-,20+/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=QRYRORQUOLYVBU-VBKZILBWSA-N
SMILES:O=C(O)C12C=3C(O)=C(O)C(=CC3CCC1C(C)(C)CCC2)C(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (4AR,10aS)-5,6-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-7-propan-2-yl-2,3,4,9,10,10a-hexahydrophenanthrene-4a-carboxylic acid
- (4aR,10aS)-1,3,4,9,10,10a-Hexahydro-5,6-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-4a(2H)-phenanthrenecarboxylic acid
- (4aR-trans)-1,3,4,9,10,10a-Hexahydro-5,6-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-4a(2H)-phenanthrenecarboxylic acid
- (5Xi)-11,12-Dihydroxyabieta-8(14),9(11),12-Trien-20-Oic Acid
- 11,12-Dihydroxyabieta-8(14),9(11),12-Trien-20-Oic Acid
- 4a(2H)-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,9,10,10a-hexahydro-5,6-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (4aR,10aS)-
- 4a(2H)-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 1,3,4,9,10,10a-hexahydro-5,6-dihydroxy-1,1-dimethyl-7-(1-methylethyl)-, (4aR-trans)-
- CarnosicAcid
- Podocarpa-8,11,13-trien-17-oic acid, 11,12-dihydroxy-13-isopropyl-
- Rosamox
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- RoseOx
- Salvin
- Carnosic acid