Berberine
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Berberine Hydrochloride, Berberine Sulfate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
633-65-8
EC
211-195-9
Food Code
Berberine is a yellow crystalline powder with formula C20H18NO4+ and molecular weight 336.36 g/mol. Density 1.3 g/cm³, melting point 145°C, soluble in hot water and ethanol; alkaloid from plants like Berberis, used for antimicrobial effects.
Berberine
Used in supplements for blood sugar control and gut health; pharmaceuticals for infections; cosmetics for acne treatment; food additives for preservation; animal health for gut; in research for metabolic syndrome.
Low toxicity; may cause gastrointestinal issues or drug interactions. Irritates eyes; avoid with medications. Stable; use PPE; monitor for cytochrome inhibition.
Supplied in 25kg fiber drums with inner PE liners; store in dry, cool places per ChemicalBook MSDS to avoid moisture.
