Category:
Other Antibiotics
CAS NO:
6805-41-0
Standard:
In-house Standards,
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Horse Chestnut Extract is a standardized botanical ingredient derived from Aesculus hippocastanum seeds. The core process involves solvent extraction and purification to isolate active triterpene saponins, primarily aescin. The molecular formula for the primary marker is typically represented as C45H72O19 with CAS No. 6805-41-6.
Raw seeds contain toxic esculin and must be processed to remove free aglycones. Clinical use requires strict dosage control to avoid gastrointestinal irritation. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain extract stability.