HerbIQ - Compounds
Withanolide A (Steroidal Lactone · Adaptogenic · Neuroprotective · Cognitive)
Compound Withanolide A Chemical class Terpenoid — Steroidal Lactone (Withanolide class, C28 skeleton) CAS 27686-84-6 Primary source Withania somnifera (ashwagandha root) Key applications Adaptogenic, neuroprotective, cognitive function, anti-inflammatory Claim strength...
Withanolide A (Steroidal Lactone · Adaptogenic · Neuroprotective · Cognitive)
Compound Withanolide A Chemical class Terpenoid — Steroidal Lactone (Withanolide class, C28 skeleton) CAS 27686-84-6 Primary source Withania somnifera (ashwagandha root) Key applications Adaptogenic, neuroprotective, cognitive function, anti-inflammatory Claim strength...
Andrographolide (Diterpene Lactone · Antiviral · Anti-inflammatory · Immunostimulatory)
Compound Andrographolide Chemical class Terpenoid — Diterpene Lactone (Labdane) CAS 5508-58-7 Primary source Andrographis paniculata (Kalmegh / King of Bitters, leaves) Key applications Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulatory, hepatoprotective Claim strength Moderate...
Andrographolide (Diterpene Lactone · Antiviral · Anti-inflammatory · Immunostimulatory)
Compound Andrographolide Chemical class Terpenoid — Diterpene Lactone (Labdane) CAS 5508-58-7 Primary source Andrographis paniculata (Kalmegh / King of Bitters, leaves) Key applications Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulatory, hepatoprotective Claim strength Moderate...
Harpagoside (Iridoid Glycoside · Osteoarthritis · Lower Back Pain · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Harpagoside Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Monoterpene-derived) CAS 19210-12-9 Primary source Harpagophytum procumbens (Devil's Claw root, South Africa/Namibia) Key applications Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, osteoarthritis/lower back pain Claim strength Moderate...
Harpagoside (Iridoid Glycoside · Osteoarthritis · Lower Back Pain · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Harpagoside Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Monoterpene-derived) CAS 19210-12-9 Primary source Harpagophytum procumbens (Devil's Claw root, South Africa/Namibia) Key applications Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, osteoarthritis/lower back pain Claim strength Moderate...
Geniposide (Iridoid Glycoside · GLP-1R Agonism · Hepatoprotective · Neuroprotective)
Compound Geniposide Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Seco-iridoid) CAS 24512-63-8 Primary source Gardenia jasminoides (Cape jasmine / Gardenia fruit) Key applications Hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic Claim strength Moderate Typical...
Geniposide (Iridoid Glycoside · GLP-1R Agonism · Hepatoprotective · Neuroprotective)
Compound Geniposide Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Seco-iridoid) CAS 24512-63-8 Primary source Gardenia jasminoides (Cape jasmine / Gardenia fruit) Key applications Hepatoprotective, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic Claim strength Moderate Typical...
Catalpol (Iridoid Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Anti-neurodegenerative · Anti-diabetic)
Compound Catalpol Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Epoxy-iridoid) CAS 2415-24-9 Primary source Rehmannia glutinosa (Chinese foxglove / Rehmannia), Catalpa spp., Plantago spp. Key applications Neuroprotective, anti-neurodegenerative, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic Claim...
Catalpol (Iridoid Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Anti-neurodegenerative · Anti-diabetic)
Compound Catalpol Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Epoxy-iridoid) CAS 2415-24-9 Primary source Rehmannia glutinosa (Chinese foxglove / Rehmannia), Catalpa spp., Plantago spp. Key applications Neuroprotective, anti-neurodegenerative, hepatoprotective, anti-diabetic Claim...
Aucubin (Iridoid Glycoside · Hepatoprotective · Anti-inflammatory · Neuroprotective)
Compound Aucubin Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Cyclopentanoid Monoterpene-derived) CAS 479-98-1 Primary source Plantago major (greater plantain/Bartang), Eucommia ulmoides, Aucuba japonica Key applications Hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective Claim strength...
Aucubin (Iridoid Glycoside · Hepatoprotective · Anti-inflammatory · Neuroprotective)
Compound Aucubin Chemical class Terpenoid — Iridoid Glycoside (Cyclopentanoid Monoterpene-derived) CAS 479-98-1 Primary source Plantago major (greater plantain/Bartang), Eucommia ulmoides, Aucuba japonica Key applications Hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, neuroprotective Claim strength...
Borneol (Bicyclic Monoterpenol · BBB Penetration Enhancer · Neuroprotective · TCM)
Compound Borneol (d-Borneol) Chemical class Terpenoid — Monoterpenol (Bicyclic) CAS 507-70-0 Primary source Dryobalanops aromatica (Borneo camphor), Cinnamomum camphora, Artemisia spp. Key applications BBB penetration enhancer, neuroprotective, analgesic, TCM circulation-promoting...
Borneol (Bicyclic Monoterpenol · BBB Penetration Enhancer · Neuroprotective · TCM)
Compound Borneol (d-Borneol) Chemical class Terpenoid — Monoterpenol (Bicyclic) CAS 507-70-0 Primary source Dryobalanops aromatica (Borneo camphor), Cinnamomum camphora, Artemisia spp. Key applications BBB penetration enhancer, neuroprotective, analgesic, TCM circulation-promoting...
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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 important standardised botanical extracts used in dietary supplements. It is also frequently misunderstood, because a label stating “500mg Curcumin 95%” describes the...
Curcumin 95% Bioavailability: Why It's Poor & How to Fix It
Curcumin 95% is one of the most commercially important standardised botanical extracts used in dietary supplements. It is also frequently misunderstood, because a label stating “500mg Curcumin 95%” describes the...
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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...
