Oleanolic acid
What is Oleanolic acid?
Oleanolic acid (CAS 508-02-1), also known as Oleanic acid, is a pentacyclic triterpenoid derived from plant sources including olive pomace, cloves, and various medicinal herbs.
Where is Oleanolic acid used?
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing: key starting material for semi-synthesis of triterpenoid derivatives and APIs targeting metabolic and hepatoprotective pathways
- Cosmetics: anti-aging creams, serums and scalp treatments drawing on antioxidant activity
- Oral care: functional ingredient in toothpastes and mouthwashes targeting gum health
- Flavor and fragrance: minor acidulant and fixative component in botanical extracts
- It also functions as a bioactive intermediate and stabilizing agent in pharmaceutical synthesis and cosmetic formulation.
Commercial specifications
- High-purity grades typically verified at 98 percent or higher by HPLC
- Material sourced from olive or plant extraction available with documentation supporting natural origin claims
Other Names (Synonyms)
Virgaureagenin B|Oleanic acid|Olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-, (3-beta)-|Giganteumgenin C|Astrantiagenin C|3beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid|3beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oate|(3.beta.)-3-hydroxy-Olean-12-en-28-oic acid