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
Applications and usage
- 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
Safety and handling
- 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
Involved human diseases
While not directly treating diseases, Bergaptol may be relevant to research involving:
- Cardiovascular diseases (potential antioxidant effects)
- Inflammatory conditions
- Cancer (potential chemopreventive properties)
- Osteoporosis (anti-osteoporotic effects)
- Metabolic disorders (anti-lipidemic effects)
- Microbial infections (antimicrobial properties)
