Audited Supplier
C62
RoHS, BRC, ISO, FDA, HACCP
HPLC-MS, GPC, HPLC, UV
Injection, Lotion, Suppository, Paste, Tablet, Capsule
Food, Health Care Products, Medicine
Powder
Gardenia Extract
Genipin
White Powder
98%
6902-77-8
Available
Available
Adult
10g
/
Foil Bag
98
China
Product Description
| Product Name | Genipin |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| CAS NO. | 6902-77-8 |
| Storage | Keep in a cool, dry, dark location |
Genipin is a natural compound derived from the iridoid glycoside geniposide, which is found primarily in the fruit of the Gardenia jasminoides plant. It is known for its cross-linking properties and has been widely studied for its potential applications in various fields.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Genipin is utilized as a cross-linking agent in the preparation of biomedical materials, such as hydrogels and scaffolds, for tissue engineering applications.
- Textile Industry: It serves as a natural dye fixative, enhancing the color fastness of textiles dyed with natural dyes.
- Food Industry: Genipin is explored for its potential as a natural preservative due to its antimicrobial properties.
- Cross-Linking Agent: Genipin forms covalent bonds with proteins and polysaccharides, leading to the stabilization and enhancement of the mechanical properties of the treated materials.
- Antioxidant: It exhibits antioxidant activity, scavenging free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative stress.
- Biocompatibility: Genipin-crosslinked materials are highly biocompatible, making them suitable for in vivo applications without eliciting significant immune responses.
