Overview
Oleanolic acid (CAS 508-02-1 ), also known as Oleanic acid, is a pentacyclic triterpenoid derived from plant sources including olive pomace, cloves, and various medicinal herbs.
In industry, it functions as a bioactive intermediate and stabilizing agent across pharmaceutical synthesis and cosmetic formulation. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it serves as a key starting material.
It is used for the semi-synthesis of more complex triterpenoid derivatives and active pharmaceutical ingredients targeting metabolic and hepatoprotective pathways. Cosmetic formulators incorporate it into anti-aging creams.
Serums and scalp treatments utilize its antioxidant activity to support product stability and position the formulation for premium positioning. In oral care products, it is used as a functional ingredient.
It is found in toothpastes and mouthwashes targeting gum health. Flavor and fragrance applications also draw on its plant-derived profile as a minor acidulant and fixative component in certain botanical extracts.
Oleanolic acid is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder. Standard commercial grades include technical grade for industrial synthesis and high-purity grades for pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.
Material sourced from olive or plant extraction is available with documentation supporting natural origin claims. High-purity grades are typically verified at levels of 98 percent or higher by HPLC analysis.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 310 °C (decomp) |
| Boiling Point | 553.5 °C |
| Density | 1.10 g/cm³ (Solid) |
| Color | light yellow |
| Form | neat |
| Refractive Index | 1.4940 (estimate) |
| Log P | 8.576 (est) |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29181990 |
| Storage Class | 11 - Combustible Solids |
| WGK (Germany) | 2 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 508-02-1
- EC Number
- 208-081-6
- Mol. Weight
- 456.7
- HS Code
- 29181990
- Category
- Pharmaceutical Intermediates