1.Quick details of Shikimic acid with CAS 138-59-0

Type:Herbal Extract
Form:Powder
Variety:Star Anise Extract
Part:Seed
Extraction Type:Solvent Extraction
Packaging:Drum, Plastic Container, Vacuum Packed
Place of Origin:  China
Grade:food grade
Product Name:Factory Supply Star Anise Extract , Shikimic Acid CAS NO. 138-59-0
Active Ingredient:Shikimic Acid
Specification:98%
Appearance:White Fine Powder
Test Method:HPLC
Odor &Taste:Characteristic
MOQ:1kg
Manufacturer:For 10 years
Shelf life:24 months when properly stored.

Description of Shikimic acid with CAS 138-59-0

Melting point	185-187 °C (lit.)
alpha	-180 º (c=4, H2O 25 ºC)
Boiling point	225.11°C (rough estimate)
density	1.52 g/cm3 (27.2℃)
refractive index	-180 ° (C=1, H2O)
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	180g/l
pka	pK (14.1°) 5.19
form	Powder
color	White to light beige or light gray
optical activity	[α]/D -180.0±5.0°, c = 4 in H2O
Water Solubility	18 g/100 mL (20 ºC)

 

3.Application 

Naturally occurring (-)-form is a major biosynthetic precursor of phenylalanine, tyrosine, and tryptophan and hence of the majority of plant alkaloids. It is also involved in the biosynthesis of lignin, flavonpids and other important aromatic compounds.

4.Packing

25kgs/drum,9tons/20’container

25kgs/bag,20tons/20’container