Bergaptol

Product description
Bergaptol is a natural furanocoumarin compound found in various citrus fruits and plants, particularly in bergamot, orange, mandarin, and lemon essential oils. It is a 5-hydroxyfurocoumarin derivative with diverse biological activities.

Properties

• Molecular formula: C₁₁H₆O₄
• Molecular weight: 202.16 g/mol
• Appearance: Likely a pale yellow to white crystalline powder
• Melting point: Around 287 ± 10 °C
• Solubility: Soluble in DMSO (40 mg/mL) and dimethylformamide (20 mg/mL), sparingly soluble in ethanol (2 mg/mL), and practically insoluble in water

• Research tool for studying furanocoumarin compounds and their biological effects
• Investigated for potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties
• Used in studies related to cytochrome P450 enzyme inhibition
• Potential applications in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical research
• Analytical standard for quantitative analysis

• For research use only - not for human or veterinary use
• Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment
• Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light
• Avoid inhalation, ingestion, and contact with skin and eyes
• Unlike most furocoumarins, bergaptol is not reported to be phototoxic or photomutagenic

• Cardiovascular diseases (potential antioxidant effects)
• Inflammatory conditions
• Cancer (potential chemopreventive properties)
• Osteoporosis (anti-osteoporotic effects)
• Metabolic disorders (anti-lipidemic effects)
• Microbial infections (antimicrobial properties)