Overview
Quercetin (CAS 117-39-5 ), also known as quercetol, is a naturally derived flavonoid sourced primarily from plant materials such as onion skins, capers, and sophora japonica.
It functions as a potent antioxidant and natural colorant across food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. In dietary supplement manufacturing, it is formulated into capsules and tablets.
These formulations often target antioxidant and immune-support positioning. Food producers use it as a natural yellow pigment and antioxidant stabilizer in beverages, confectionery coatings, and functional food products.
Cosmetic and skincare formulators incorporate it into creams and serums for its UV-stabilizing and oxidative protection properties. This is particularly common in high-end anti-aging product lines.
Pharmaceutical manufacturers also use it as an active botanical ingredient in standardized herbal extracts and nutraceutical formulations. It is supplied as a fine yellow to yellow-green powder.
Dihydrate forms are also available commercially for specific formulation needs. Standard grades include food-grade, USP , and pharmaceutical-grade specifications for industrial use.
Purity levels typically range from 95% to 98%+ depending on application requirements. Bulk supply is available for industrial-scale formulation, with sophora japonica-derived material being the most common source.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 316.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 363.28°C (rough estimate) |
| Density | 1.3616 (rough estimate) |
| Appearance | Yellow to green yellow crystalline powde |
| Color | Yellowish |
| Form | solid |
| Water Solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC |
| Refractive Index | 1.4790 (estimate) |
| Log P | 1.989 (est) |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS06 Hazard Statements H301 H301 Precautionary Statements P264 P264 P270 P270 P321 P321 P330 P330 P405 P405 P501 P501 P301+P316 P301+P316
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29329900 |
| Storage Class | 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 117-39-5
- EC Number
- 204-187-1
- Mol. Weight
- 302.23
- HS Code
- 29329900
- Category
- Vitamins & Nutrients