Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Hesperedin (Hesperidin)
CAS No.: 520-26-3
Synonyms: Citrus bioflavonoid, Hesperidin
Product Description:
Hesperedin is a natural flavonoid predominantly found in citrus fruits, especially in the peel of oranges and lemons. It is widely used in the food, nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vascular protective properties.
Specifications
| Test Item | Specification |
|---|
| Appearance | Yellow to light yellow crystalline powder |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
| Identification | Positive (UV/HPLC/IR) |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 95% |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, DMSO |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5% |
| Ash | ≤ 1% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
| Microbial Limit (Food Grade) | Total Plate Count ≤ 1000 CFU/g; Yeast & Mold ≤ 100 CFU/g; E. coli, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus: Negative |
| Industrial Grade Microbial Limit | As per customer requirement |
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular Formula: C28H34O15
Molecular Weight: 610.57 g/mol
Melting Point: 258–262°C
pH (1% solution): 5.5–7.0
Optical Rotation: +152° to +158° (c = 1, DMSO)
Applications
Food & Beverage:
Nutraceuticals, dietary supplements
Functional foods, fortified beverages
Antioxidant and vascular support formulations
Pharmaceutical:
Active ingredient in flavonoid-based therapies
Vascular protection, capillary strengthening, anti-inflammatory
Cosmetics:
Antioxidant and skin-protective formulations
Anti-aging creams and serums
Industrial:
Raw material for synthesis of flavonoid derivatives
Natural colorants and antioxidants for food additives
Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Shelf life: 2 years in original, unopened packaging.
Handle with care; avoid dust generation and inhalation.
Packaging Options
1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg kraft paper/aluminum foil bags
Customized packaging available per customer request
Compliance
Food grade: Complies with FCC/USP/EP standards
Industrial grade: Purity and specification per customer requirement
Heavy metals and microbial limits meet international food safety standards
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