Cafestol

Synonym: 469-83-0; Cafesterol; (-)-Cafestol

Product Size

20 mg; 50 mg; 100 mg

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Cafestol is a diterpene alcohol that displays anti-inflammatory activity by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis and decreasing leukocyte chemotaxis.

Molecular Weight

316.441

Molecular Formula

C₂₀H₂₈O₃

Source

Coffee beans

Form

Powder

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

160-162°C

Applications

Cafestol can be used to study extensively for its potential applications in the research of cancer and diabetes.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask