High Purity 98% Chrysin/5, 7-Dihydroxyflavone /Crysin Powder CAS 480-40-0 for Health Product
Product specification
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ChrysinTechnical Data Sheet |
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Specification and standard |
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Appearance |
Light yellow Powder |
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Odour |
Characteristic |
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Taste |
Characteristic |
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Identification |
TLC&NMR |
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Purity |
99.25% (HPLC) |
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Loss on dry |
0.34% |
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Total ash |
0.15% |
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Particle size |
95% pass 40 mesh |
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Heavy Metal |
≤10ppm |
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Arsenic |
≤2ppm |
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Mercury |
≤0.1ppm |
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Cadmium |
≤1ppm |
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Lead |
≤2ppm |
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Microbiological Specifications |
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Total Plate Count |
≤10000 cfu/g |
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Yeast & Mold |
≤1000 cfu/g |
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Salmonella |
Negative |
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E-Coli |
Negative |
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Storage: Store in sealed containers at cool & dry place. Protect from light, moisture and pest infestation. |
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Shelf life: 24 months under the previously mentioned conditions and in its original packaging. |
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Introduction to Chrysin
Chrysin is a naturally occurring flavonoid compound with the chemical name 5,7-dihydroxyflavone and the molecular formula C₁₅H₁₀O₄. It is primarily sourced from plants such as propolis, passionflower, and Lagerstroemia speciosa, and is one of the key active components in propolis. It appears as a light yellow crystalline powder, slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in organic solvents. Although widely distributed in nature, its content is generally low. Modern production mainly relies on plant extraction or chemical synthesis. Due to its unique flavonoid structure, chrysin exhibits multiple biological activities and has become a focal point in natural product research and functional ingredient development in recent years, showing significant potential in pharmaceuticals and health products.

Efficacy of Chrysin
Chrysin demonstrates a broad range of biological activities: 1) Antioxidant effects, effectively scavenging free radicals and reducing oxidative stress damage; 2) Anti-inflammatory properties, alleviating chronic inflammation by inhibiting pathways such as NF-κB; 3) Potential antitumor effects, with laboratory studies indicating it can induce apoptosis and inhibit cancer cell proliferation; 4) Neuroprotective functions, potentially improving neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's; 5) Hormone metabolism regulation, influencing estrogen levels by inhibiting aromatase; 6) Liver protection, mitigating chemical-induced liver damage. It should be noted that its oral bioavailability is relatively low, often requiring formulation optimization to enhance effectiveness.

Application Fields of Chrysin
Chrysin is primarily applied in: 1) The health product industry, as a raw material for antioxidant and anti-aging supplements, commonly found in capsules or tablets; 2) Pharmaceutical research and development, as a lead compound for antitumor, neuroprotective, or anti-inflammatory drugs; 3) Functional foods, added to specific health beverages or food products; 4) The cosmetics field, leveraging its antioxidant properties in anti-aging skincare products; 5) Animal health, as a feed additive to improve the health of livestock. Despite its wide applications, its utility is limited by bioavailability. Current research focuses on developing novel delivery systems, such as nano-formulations, to enhance its efficacy.


