Gamma Oryzanol
CAS#: 11042-64-1
HS Code: 29189900.90
Standard code: WS1-47(B)-89-2016
Gamma oryzanol is a lipid composite mainly derived from rice bran. It is used to improve climacteric syndrome, anxiety, insomnia in Japan,[1] while in China, it is used for dysautonomia premenstrual syndrome and climacteric syndrome. [2]
Structure
Core structure
β-sitosteryl ferulate (5-10%)
Campesteryl ferulate (10-15%)
Cycloartenyl Ferulate (25-30%)
24-methylene-cycloartanyl ferulate (35-40%)
Specifications
| Item | Standard |
|---|---|
| Assay | 95.0 ～ 102.0% |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.3% |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20 mg/kg |
| Appearance | White or white-ish, odorless powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in acetone and trichloromethane, slightly soluble in n-heptane and ethanol, insoluble in water |
Package
20 kg/drum
Storage
Store in light-tight, airtight and dry condition
References
- Fuji, M.; Butler, J. P.; et al. Gamma-oryzanol for behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. Psychogeriatrics 2018, 18 (2), 151–152.
- Pharmacopoeia Commission of the Ministry of Health of the People's Republic of China. Drug Standards of the Ministry of Health of the People's Republic of China: Chemical Drugs and Preparations; Oryzanol (Guweisu); 1989; Vol. 1, pp H1–55.