Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | Berberine |
| Catalog Number: | M9168 |
| CAS Number: | 2086-83-1 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C20H18NO4 |
| Molecular Weight: | 336.36 |
| Solubility: | DMSO 25 mg/mL |
| Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Analytical Data
| QC Standard: | ≥99% |
| H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Product Information
| Description: | Berberine is an alkaloid in several plants with various biological functions, including insulin-sensitizing, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant activity. Berberine induces reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation and inhibits DNA topoisomerase. |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details. |