HerbIQ Reference Library / Compound Monographs
Active Compound Monographs
Dedicated technical dossiers detailing the molecular profile and evidence weight of individual plant bioactives
Where the Active Compound Index provides a high-level master matrix of the plant kingdom, these Compound Monographs serve as our definitive, independent deep dives. Each entry functions as a standalone scientific reference record—drilling past the surface to map out exact chemical identities, verified CAS numbers, and botanical source biologies with strict clinical objectivity.
Built specifically for product formulators, R&D teams, and researchers, this compendium translates raw plant chemistry into actionable data. Explore the individual monographs below to examine the detailed molecular structures and honest empirical data powering high-performance botanical nutrition.
HerbIQ - Compounds
Honokiol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anxiolytic · Neuroprotective)
Compound Honokiol Chemical class Polyphenol — Biphenyl Neolignan CAS 35354-74-6 Primary source Magnolia officinalis (houpu magnolia bark) Key applications Anxiolytic, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antitumour Claim strength Moderate Typical form Magnolia bark...
Honokiol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anxiolytic · Neuroprotective)
Compound Honokiol Chemical class Polyphenol — Biphenyl Neolignan CAS 35354-74-6 Primary source Magnolia officinalis (houpu magnolia bark) Key applications Anxiolytic, neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, antitumour Claim strength Moderate Typical form Magnolia bark...
Sesamin (Furofuran Lignan · Lipid Metabolism · Cardiovascular)
Compound Sesamin Chemical class Polyphenol — Furofuran Lignan CAS 607-80-7 Primary source Sesamum indicum (sesame seeds and oil) Key applications Antioxidant, lipid metabolism, anti-inflammatory, CYP450 inhibitor Claim strength Moderate Typical...
Sesamin (Furofuran Lignan · Lipid Metabolism · Cardiovascular)
Compound Sesamin Chemical class Polyphenol — Furofuran Lignan CAS 607-80-7 Primary source Sesamum indicum (sesame seeds and oil) Key applications Antioxidant, lipid metabolism, anti-inflammatory, CYP450 inhibitor Claim strength Moderate Typical...
Secoisolariciresinol — SDG (Lignan · Phytoestrogenic · Cardiovascular)
Compound Secoisolariciresinol (SDG) Chemical class Polyphenol — Lignan (Plant Lignan Precursor to Enterolignans) CAS 580-72-3 Primary source Linum usitatissimum (flaxseed / linseed) — richest dietary source Key applications Phytoestrogenic, cardiovascular,...
Secoisolariciresinol — SDG (Lignan · Phytoestrogenic · Cardiovascular)
Compound Secoisolariciresinol (SDG) Chemical class Polyphenol — Lignan (Plant Lignan Precursor to Enterolignans) CAS 580-72-3 Primary source Linum usitatissimum (flaxseed / linseed) — richest dietary source Key applications Phytoestrogenic, cardiovascular,...
Corilagin (Ellagitannin · Antiviral · Hepatoprotective)
Compound Corilagin Chemical class Polyphenol — Ellagitannin (β-1-O-Galloyl-3,6-(R)-hexahydroxydiphenoyl-D-glucose) CAS 23094-69-1 Primary source Terminalia chebula (haritaki), Phyllanthus spp. (P. urinaria, P. niruri) Key applications Antiviral (HIV, HBV, HSV), hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory Claim...
Corilagin (Ellagitannin · Antiviral · Hepatoprotective)
Compound Corilagin Chemical class Polyphenol — Ellagitannin (β-1-O-Galloyl-3,6-(R)-hexahydroxydiphenoyl-D-glucose) CAS 23094-69-1 Primary source Terminalia chebula (haritaki), Phyllanthus spp. (P. urinaria, P. niruri) Key applications Antiviral (HIV, HBV, HSV), hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory Claim...
Vanillic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Antioxidant · Neuroprotective)
Compound Vanillic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic Acid) CAS 121-34-6 Primary source Vanilla planifolia (vanilla beans), Syzygium aromaticum (clove), Olea europaea (olive) Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial,...
Vanillic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Antioxidant · Neuroprotective)
Compound Vanillic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzoic Acid) CAS 121-34-6 Primary source Vanilla planifolia (vanilla beans), Syzygium aromaticum (clove), Olea europaea (olive) Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial,...
Syringic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antidiabetic)
Compound Syringic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoic Acid) CAS 530-57-4 Primary source Sambucus nigra (elderberry), Vitis vinifera (grape), many plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antidiabetic...
Syringic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antidiabetic)
Compound Syringic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxybenzoic Acid) CAS 530-57-4 Primary source Sambucus nigra (elderberry), Vitis vinifera (grape), many plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, antidiabetic...
Gentisic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Anti-inflammatory · Uricosuric)
Compound Gentisic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 490-79-9 Primary source Salix spp. (willow bark), Gentiana spp. (gentian root), Olea europaea (olive) Key applications Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,...
Gentisic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Anti-inflammatory · Uricosuric)
Compound Gentisic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxybenzoic Acid (2,5-Dihydroxybenzoic Acid) CAS 490-79-9 Primary source Salix spp. (willow bark), Gentiana spp. (gentian root), Olea europaea (olive) Key applications Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,...
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