Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Baicalin
Synonyms: Baicalein-7-O-β-D-glucuronide
CAS No.: 21967-41-9
Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₁₈O₁₁
Molecular Weight: 446.36 g/mol
Batch No.: BAI20251013
1. Product Description
Baicalin is a flavonoid glycoside extracted from the roots of Scutellaria baicalensis (Chinese skullcap). It is a yellow to light yellow crystalline powder with notable antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Food Grade: Used as a natural antioxidant and functional ingredient in beverages, dietary supplements, and health foods.
Industrial Grade: Used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and biochemical research applications.
2. Physical and Chemical Properties
Parameter | Specification / Description |
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Appearance | Yellow to light yellow crystalline powder |
Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO, methanol; slightly soluble in water |
Melting Point | 240–245°C |
pH (1% solution) | 5.0–7.0 |
Stability | Stable under dry, dark, and cool conditions; sensitive to strong acids, bases, and light |
Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 98% |
3. Applications
Food & Nutraceutical Grade
Functional ingredient in beverages, capsules, and tablets.
Antioxidant additive to improve shelf-life and bioactivity of foods.
Dietary supplement for anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective benefits.
Industrial & Pharmaceutical Grade
Cosmetic formulations for skin protection and anti-aging.
Pharmaceutical raw material for research and drug development.
Biochemical research, enzyme assays, and flavonoid studies.
4. Quality Specifications
Test Item | Specification |
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Assay (as Baicalin) | ≥ 98% |
Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm |
Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
Total Plate Count | ≤ 1000 cfu/g |
Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 cfu/g |
E. coli | Negative |
Salmonella | Negative |
Staphylococcus aureus | Negative |
5. Packaging and Storage
Packaging: 1 kg/aluminum foil bag or 25 kg/fiber drum, or as per customer requirement.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, dark place, tightly sealed. Protect from moisture, sunlight, and heat.
Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions.
6. Handling & Safety
Avoid inhalation of powders; use gloves and protective equipment when handling.
Non-toxic at recommended food, nutraceutical, and cosmetic use levels.
Refer to MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for detailed safety information.
7. Regulatory Information
Food Grade: Compliant with FDA and EU regulations for dietary supplements.
Pharmaceutical/Industrial Grade: Suitable for cosmetic, research, and industrial applications.
Not classified as hazardous under normal handling and storage conditions.
8. Additional Information
Origin: Plant-derived from Scutellaria baicalensis.
Functionality: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective.
Recommended pH and temperature: pH 5–7, 4–30°C for optimal stability.
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