Brief?Introduction
Phloretin is a dihydrochalcone, a type of natural phenols. Phloretin is the phloroglucin ester of paraoxyhydratropic acid. Phloretin can be found in apple tree leaves. Phloretin hydrolase uses phloretin and water to produce phloretat
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Overview
Phloretin is a dihydrochalcone naturally derived from apple trees. Its molecular formula is C15H14O5 with CAS No. 60-82-2.
Application
- Cosmetic industry: Used in anti-aging formulations to inhibit tyrosinase activity.
- Nutraceuticals: Sourced for metabolic health supplements targeting insulin sensitivity.
- Research: Employed as a specific inhibitor of glucose transporters in biochemical studies.
Precautions
Store under inert atmosphere at 2-8°C away from light. Not approved for direct human consumption without regulatory clearance; handle with PPE to avoid skin irritation.