Tangeretin is an organic substance, the following is a detailed introduction to it:
1. Basic Information
Chinese name: Tangeretin
Foreign Name: Tangeretin
Alias: 5.6.7.8.4′-Pentamethoxyflavone, orange peel crystal
Chemical formula: C20H20O7
Molecular weight: 372.37
CAS No.: 481-53-8
EINECS No.: 207-570-1
2. Physical Properties
Properties: colorless crystal or crystalline powder, odor and aromatic taste. White crystals, belongs to flavonoids.
Melting point: 153157℃(another statement is 5051℃)
Density: 1.244g/cm³
Solubility: insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, ether and other organic solvents.
3. The use
Tangeretin is one of the active ingredients of orange peel, which has good effect of treating mite disease in animals, and has the advantages of herbal preparation with little toxic side effect and low residue. In addition, Tangeretin and its derivatives have potential application value in the fields of medicine, food, cosmetics and so on.
4. Plant Sources
Tangeretin is mainly derived from plants in the family of Brassicaceae, such as the rind of Kawasaki orange (Citrus nobilis Lour.), the rind of sour orange (C. aurantium L.), and the leaves and stems of mandarin orange (C. reticulata Blanco).
5. Safety
Tangeretin is relatively safe under normal use, but overuse or improper use may cause some effects on human health. Therefore, when using Tangeretin, you need to follow the relevant safety regulations and operating procedures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of use.