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77-52-1
Ursolic Acid
3-beta-3-hydroxy-urs-12-ene-28-oic-acid, 3-β-hydroxy-urs-12-en-28-oic acid
C30H48O3
MW = 456.70 g/mol
Technical Data
| C30H48O3 | |
|---|---|
| MW = 456.70 g/mol | |
| Solid |
Storage Shipping
| H302 + H312 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled | |
|---|---|
| H413 - May cause long-lasting harmful effects to aquatic life | |
| P273 - Avoid release to the environment. | |
| P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. |
Description
Ursolic Acid; CAS 77-52-1 is a triperenoid present in many fruits, including the waxes of apples and the peels of other fruits, as well as a number of herbs and spices. It is included as an additive in many cosmetic products, as has claims to be active against a number of diseases including showing anti-tumour activity and neural regeneration potential. It is also used as a starting material for the synthesis of other bioactive molecules.