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
p-Coumaric Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Compound p-Coumaric Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (4-Hydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 7400-08-0 Primary source Ubiquitous — grains, legumes, Cinnamomum spp., most plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial Claim...
p-Coumaric Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Compound p-Coumaric Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (4-Hydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 7400-08-0 Primary source Ubiquitous — grains, legumes, Cinnamomum spp., most plant foods Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial Claim...
Sinapic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · UV Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Compound Sinapic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (3,5-Dimethoxy-4-hydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 530-59-6 Primary source Brassica spp. (mustard, rapeseed), Sinapis alba (white mustard) Key applications Antioxidant, neuroprotective, anti-anxiety, photoprotective Claim...
Sinapic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · UV Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Compound Sinapic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (3,5-Dimethoxy-4-hydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 530-59-6 Primary source Brassica spp. (mustard, rapeseed), Sinapis alba (white mustard) Key applications Antioxidant, neuroprotective, anti-anxiety, photoprotective Claim...
Ferulic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Skin Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Compound Ferulic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic Acid) CAS 1135-24-6 Primary source Oryza sativa (rice bran), Triticum aestivum (wheat bran), Ferula spp. Key applications Antioxidant, skin photoprotection,...
Ferulic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Skin Photoprotection · Neuroprotective)
Compound Ferulic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (4-Hydroxy-3-methoxycinnamic Acid) CAS 1135-24-6 Primary source Oryza sativa (rice bran), Triticum aestivum (wheat bran), Ferula spp. Key applications Antioxidant, skin photoprotection,...
Rosmarinic Acid (Caffeic Acid Ester · Allergy Support · Neuroprotective)
Compound Rosmarinic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Caffeic Acid Ester (Caffeic Acid + 3,4-Dihydroxyphenyllactic Acid) CAS 20283-92-5 Primary source Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), Salvia officinalis (sage), Melissa officinalis (lemon balm), Perilla...
Rosmarinic Acid (Caffeic Acid Ester · Allergy Support · Neuroprotective)
Compound Rosmarinic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Caffeic Acid Ester (Caffeic Acid + 3,4-Dihydroxyphenyllactic Acid) CAS 20283-92-5 Primary source Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary), Salvia officinalis (sage), Melissa officinalis (lemon balm), Perilla...
Caffeic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Caffeic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 331-39-5 Primary source Coffea arabica (coffee), propolis, Echinacea spp., many fruits and vegetables Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective...
Caffeic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Compound Caffeic Acid Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid (3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic Acid) CAS 331-39-5 Primary source Coffea arabica (coffee), propolis, Echinacea spp., many fruits and vegetables Key applications Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective...
Chlorogenic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Blood Glucose · Weight Management)
Compound Chlorogenic Acid (CGA) Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid Ester (Caffeoylquinic Acid) CAS 327-97-9 Primary source Coffea arabica (green coffee beans), Ilex paraguariensis (mate), Solanum tuberosum (potato) Key applications...
Chlorogenic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Blood Glucose · Weight Management)
Compound Chlorogenic Acid (CGA) Chemical class Polyphenol — Hydroxycinnamic Acid Ester (Caffeoylquinic Acid) CAS 327-97-9 Primary source Coffea arabica (green coffee beans), Ilex paraguariensis (mate), Solanum tuberosum (potato) Key applications...
Rhaponticin (Stilbene Glucoside · Menopausal Support · Phytoestrogenic)
Compound Rhaponticin Chemical class Polyphenol — Stilbene Glucoside (Rhapontigenin-3-O-glucoside) CAS 155-58-8 Primary source Rheum rhaponticum, Rheum emodi (rhubarb rhizome) Key applications Phytoestrogenic, metabolic, anti-inflammatory Claim strength Moderate Typical form Rhubarb...
Rhaponticin (Stilbene Glucoside · Menopausal Support · Phytoestrogenic)
Compound Rhaponticin Chemical class Polyphenol — Stilbene Glucoside (Rhapontigenin-3-O-glucoside) CAS 155-58-8 Primary source Rheum rhaponticum, Rheum emodi (rhubarb rhizome) Key applications Phytoestrogenic, metabolic, anti-inflammatory Claim strength Moderate Typical form Rhubarb...
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