Picrocrocin

• CAT Number: R022933
• CAS Number: 138-55-6
• Molecular Formula: C16H26O7
• Molecular Weight: 330.37
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (R)-4-(β-D-Glucopyranosyloxy)-2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde; Picrocrocin; Picrocrocine; Saffron-bitter
• Target: Apoptosis
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (4R)-2,6,6-trimethyl-4-[(2R,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxycyclohexene-1-carbaldehyde
• InChI: InChI=1S/C16H26O7/c1-8-4-9(5-16(2,3)10(8)6-17)22-15-14(21)13(20)12(19)11(7-18)23-15/h6,9,11-15,18-21H,4-5,7H2,1-3H3/t9-,11-,12-,13+,14-,15-/m1/s1
• InChIKey: WMHJCSAICLADIN-WYWSWGBSSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=C(C(CC(C1)OC2C(C(C(C(O2)CO)O)O)O)(C)C)C=O

Picrocrocin（Cat No.:R022933）is a key compound found in saffron, responsible for its distinctive bitter taste and aroma. It is a monoterpene glycoside and a significant marker for saffron quality. In addition to its culinary uses, Picrocrocin has shown potential in medicinal applications due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. It plays a crucial role in traditional medicine and ongoing research into natural remedies. High-purity Picrocrocin is essential for researchers exploring its diverse therapeutic benefits and for ensuring the authenticity and quality of saffron products.