Properties
Description
Mangiferin is a naturally occurring C-glucosylxantone that possesses antioxidant, anti-infection, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, cardiovascular, and neuroprotective properties and it also increases immunity.
Molecular Formula
C19H18O11
Source
The fruits of Mangifera indica L.
Form
Pale grayish yellow needle crystal
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is slightly soluble in methanol, ethanol, water, soluble in hot dilute methanol, hot dilute ethanol, insoluble in non-polar solvents.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Mangiferin can be used for anti-inflammation, antibacterial, and anti-herpes simplex virus experiments, etc.
