Apigenin

CAS Number

520-36-5

EC Number

208-292-3

Industries: Nutraceuticals & Supplements Personal Care & Cosmetics

What is Apigenin?

Apigenin (CAS 520-36-5), also known commercially as Apigenol, is a naturally derived flavonoid extracted primarily from chamomile, parsley, and celery.

Where is Apigenin used?

Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and cosmetic formulations: bioactive antioxidant ingredient
Dietary supplements: capsules, tablets and functional beverages for antioxidant and wellness positioning
Cosmetics: active in anti-aging and skin-brightening topicals
Food and beverage: natural colorant and functional additive for clean-label botanical products
Pharmaceutical research: reference standard or active botanical extract in preclinical and formulation development
It is a staple for R&D departments across multiple industries.

Commercial specifications

98%+ purity (HPLC) for pharmaceutical and research use
Lower-purity botanical extract forms for nutraceutical and cosmetic applications
Packaging from small R&D quantities to bulk commercial-scale quantities
Certificates of analysis and safety data sheets provided

Other Names (Synonyms)

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What are the physical properties of Apigenin?

Melting Point 347.5 °C

Boiling Point 333.35°C (rough estimate)

Density 1.2319 (rough estimate)

Appearance Pale Yellow Crystalline Solid

Color yellow

Form powder

Refractive Index 1.6000 (estimate)

Log P 3.020

How is Apigenin classified and handled safely? Learn More

Warning

GHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation

H319 Causes serious eye irritation

H335 May cause respiratory irritation

H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Apigenin?

HS Code 29329900

WGK (Germany) 3