HerbIQ - Compounds
Protocatechuic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antioxidant)
Compound Protocatechuic Acid (PCA) Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (3,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 99-50-3 Primary source Terminalia spp. (haritaki, bibhitaki), Hibiscus sabdariffa, many plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory,...
Protocatechuic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antioxidant)
Compound Protocatechuic Acid (PCA) Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (3,4-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 99-50-3 Primary source Terminalia spp. (haritaki, bibhitaki), Hibiscus sabdariffa, many plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory,...
Hydroxytyrosol (Phenylethanol · EFSA-Approved · Cardiovascular · Antioxidant)
Compound Hydroxytyrosol Chemical class Polyphenol — Phenylethanol (3,4-Dihydroxyphenethanol) CAS 10597-60-1 Primary source Olea europaea (olive leaf, virgin olive oil, olive mill wastewater) Key applications Cardiovascular, antioxidant, Mediterranean diet bioactive, neuroprotective...
Hydroxytyrosol (Phenylethanol · EFSA-Approved · Cardiovascular · Antioxidant)
Compound Hydroxytyrosol Chemical class Polyphenol — Phenylethanol (3,4-Dihydroxyphenethanol) CAS 10597-60-1 Primary source Olea europaea (olive leaf, virgin olive oil, olive mill wastewater) Key applications Cardiovascular, antioxidant, Mediterranean diet bioactive, neuroprotective...
Punicalagin (Ellagitannin · Antioxidant · Gut Health · Urolithin Precursor)
Compound Punicalagin Chemical class Polyphenol — Ellagitannin (α and β anomers) CAS 65995-63-3 Primary source Punica granatum (pomegranate rind) Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, gut health, urolithin precursor Claim strength Moderate...
Punicalagin (Ellagitannin · Antioxidant · Gut Health · Urolithin Precursor)
Compound Punicalagin Chemical class Polyphenol — Ellagitannin (α and β anomers) CAS 65995-63-3 Primary source Punica granatum (pomegranate rind) Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, gut health, urolithin precursor Claim strength Moderate...
Ellagic Acid (Tannin Hydrolysis Polyphenol · Antiproliferative · Urolithin Precursor)
Compound Ellagic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid Dilactone (Ellagitannin Hydrolysis Product) CAS 476-66-4 Primary source Punica granatum (pomegranate), Rubus idaeus (raspberry), Terminalia spp. Key applications Antiproliferative, antioxidant, urolithin...
Ellagic Acid (Tannin Hydrolysis Polyphenol · Antiproliferative · Urolithin Precursor)
Compound Ellagic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid Dilactone (Ellagitannin Hydrolysis Product) CAS 476-66-4 Primary source Punica granatum (pomegranate), Rubus idaeus (raspberry), Terminalia spp. Key applications Antiproliferative, antioxidant, urolithin...
Gallic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Compound Gallic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 149-91-7 Primary source Terminalia chebula (haritaki), Punica granatum (pomegranate), Quercus infectoria (oak galls), Uncaria gambir Key applications Antioxidant,...
Gallic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Compound Gallic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 149-91-7 Primary source Terminalia chebula (haritaki), Punica granatum (pomegranate), Quercus infectoria (oak galls), Uncaria gambir Key applications Antioxidant,...
Chicoric Acid (Dicaffeic Acid Ester · Immunostimulatory · Antiviral)
Compound Chicoric Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Dicaffeic Acid Tartrate Ester (Dicaffeoyl-L-Tartaric Acid) CAS 70831-56-0 Primary source Echinacea purpurea (aerial parts), Cichorium intybus (chicory) Key applications Immunostimulatory, antiviral, anti-inflammatory Claim...
Chicoric Acid (Dicaffeic Acid Ester · Immunostimulatory · Antiviral)
Compound Chicoric Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Dicaffeic Acid Tartrate Ester (Dicaffeoyl-L-Tartaric Acid) CAS 70831-56-0 Primary source Echinacea purpurea (aerial parts), Cichorium intybus (chicory) Key applications Immunostimulatory, antiviral, anti-inflammatory Claim...
Cinnamic Acid (Phenylpropanoid · Antifungal · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Cinnamic Acid (Trans-Cinnamic Acid) Chemical class Polyphenol — Phenylpropanoid (3-Phenyl-2-propenoic Acid) CAS 140-10-3 Primary source Cinnamomum verum / C. cassia (cinnamon bark), Styrax spp. Key applications Antifungal, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory,...
Cinnamic Acid (Phenylpropanoid · Antifungal · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Cinnamic Acid (Trans-Cinnamic Acid) Chemical class Polyphenol — Phenylpropanoid (3-Phenyl-2-propenoic Acid) CAS 140-10-3 Primary source Cinnamomum verum / C. cassia (cinnamon bark), Styrax spp. Key applications Antifungal, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory,...
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Herbal Extract vs Herbal Powder: What's the Difference?
The question "what is the difference between herbal extract and herbal powder?" comes up at every stage of botanical product development — from first-time formulators trying to read a supplier...
Herbal Extract vs Herbal Powder: What's the Difference?
The question "what is the difference between herbal extract and herbal powder?" comes up at every stage of botanical product development — from first-time formulators trying to read a supplier...
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Curcumin 95% Bioavailability: Why It's Poor & How to Fix It
Curcumin 95% is one of the most commercially significant standardised botanical extracts in the global supplement market. It's also one of the most misunderstood — because a label that says...
Curcumin 95% Bioavailability: Why It's Poor & How to Fix It
Curcumin 95% is one of the most commercially significant standardised botanical extracts in the global supplement market. It's also one of the most misunderstood — because a label that says...
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How to Choose a Herbal Extract Supplier: 7 Questions to Ask
The right herbal extract supplier means consistent quality, reliable documentation, and a relationship that scales. The wrong one means failed regulatory submissions and inconsistent batches. This guide covers the specific...
How to Choose a Herbal Extract Supplier: 7 Questions to Ask
The right herbal extract supplier means consistent quality, reliable documentation, and a relationship that scales. The wrong one means failed regulatory submissions and inconsistent batches. This guide covers the specific...
