Product Name: Allicin
CAS Number: 539-86-6
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₀OS₂
Molecular Weight: 162.27 g/mol
Synonyms: Diallyl thiosulfinate, Garlic Extract Active Component
1. Product Description
Allicin is a biologically active compound derived from fresh garlic (Allium sativum). It is produced when garlic is crushed or chopped, converting alliin to allicin via the enzyme alliinase. Allicin is widely used for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cardiovascular support properties.
The product is available in food-grade and industrial-grade forms.
2. Specifications
| Index | Food Grade | Industrial Grade |
|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to light brown powder | Yellow to brown powder |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic strong garlic odor | Characteristic strong garlic odor |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 98% | ≥ 95% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% | ≤ 8.0% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | ≤ 0.5% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm | ≤ 0.5 ppm |
| Microbial Total Plate Count | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 5000 CFU/g |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 500 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
3. Applications / Uses
Food Grade:
Dietary supplements, functional foods, and nutraceuticals
Health products for immune support and cardiovascular health
Industrial Grade:
Pharmaceutical raw material
Biochemical and microbiological research
4. Packaging & Storage
| Grade | Packaging | Storage Conditions |
|---|
| Food Grade | 25 kg/drum, double PE bag inside | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; protect from light and moisture |
| Industrial Grade | 25–50 kg/drum, paper drum with liner | Store in a cool, dry place, away from oxidizing agents |
5. Shelf Life
24 months when stored properly in original sealed packaging.
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