Hesperidin
What is Hesperidin?
Hesperidin (CAS 520-26-3), also known as Cirantin or Hesperetin 7-rutinoside, is a flavonoid glycoside sourced primarily from citrus peel.
Where is Hesperidin used?
- Pharmaceutical: veinotonic preparations and combination products alongside diosmin for standardized profiles
- Nutraceutical: capsules, tablets, and fortified beverages targeting circulatory health and antioxidant support
- Cosmetic: serums and creams to stabilize formulations against oxidative degradation and support skin-conditioning claims
- In nutraceutical blends it is commonly paired with vitamin C to enhance bioavailability.
Commercial specifications
- Purity grades typically 90% to 98% by HPLC
- High-purity pharmaceutical grades for regulated drug product manufacturing
- Bulk supply in kilogram and metric ton quantities, standardized from sweet orange or bitter orange sources
Other Names (Synonyms)
Cirantin|(S)-(-)-hesperidin|Hesperetin 7-rutinoside|Ciratin|Hesperetin 7-rhamnoglucoside|DIOSVEIN|Flavanone, 3′,5,7-trihydroxy-4′-methoxy-, 7-(6-O-α-L-rhamnosyl-D-glucoside)