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
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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