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Oleanolic acid

Also known as Oleanic acid, Caryophyllin, Astrantiagenin C

CAS 508-02-1Formula C30H48O3Molar mass 456.71 g/molEC 208-081-6
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Oleanolic acid chemical structure, C30H48O3, CAS 508-02-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
508-02-1
Formula
C30H48O3
Molar mass
456.71 g/mol
EC number
208-081-6
HS code
291819
Category
Skin conditioning agents and actives

What is Oleanolic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Oleanolic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is olean-12-en-28-oic acid substituted by a beta-hydroxy group at position 3. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a pentacyclic triterpenoid and a hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of an oleanolate. It derives from a hydride of an oleanane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(4aS,6aR,6aS,6bR,8aR,10S,12aR,14bS)-10-hydroxy-2,2,6a,6b,9,9,12a-heptamethyl-1,3,4,5,6,6a,7,8,8a,10,11,12,13,14b-tetradecahydropicene-4a-carboxylic acid
CAS number
508-02-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
208-081-6
Molecular formula
C30H48O3
UNII
6SMK8R7TGJ
MDL number
MFCD00064914
INCI name
OLEANOLIC ACID
InChIKey
MIJYXULNPSFWEK-GTOFXWBISA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C30H48O3/c1-25(2)14-16-30(24(32)33)17-15-28(6)19(20(30)18-25)8-9-22-27(5)12-11-23(31)26(3,4)21(27)10-13-29(22,28)7/h8,20-23,31H,9-18H2,1-7H3,(H,32,33)/t20-,21-,22+,23-,27-,28+,29+,30-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC1(C)CCC2(C(=O)O)CCC3(C)C(=CCC4C5(C)CCC(O)C(C)(C)C5CCC43C)C2C1
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@]12CC[C@@H](C([C@@H]1CC[C@@]3([C@@H]2CC=C4[C@]3(CC[C@@]5([C@H]4CC(CC5)(C)C)C(=O)O)C)C)(C)C)O

Synonyms

  • Oleanic acid
  • Caryophyllin
  • Astrantiagenin C
  • Giganteumgenin C
  • Virgaureagenin B
  • 3beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
  • Oleanol
  • oleonolic acid
  • (4aS,6aR,6aS,6bR,8aR,10S,12aR,14bS)-10-hydroxy-2,2,6a,6b,9,9,12a-heptamethyl-1,3,4,5,6,6a,7,8,8a,10,11,12,13,14b-tetradecahydropicene-4a-carboxylic acid
  • Olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-, (3beta)-
  • Triterpenes, Oleanane
  • Oleanolic_acid
  • 3-beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
  • (3-beta)-3-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
  • Oleanolic acid, analytical standard
  • Oleanoic Acid Hydrate
  • Oleanolic acid (constituent of holy basil leaf)
  • (2S,5S,10S,18S,1R,14R,15R,20R)-18-hydroxy-1,2,8,8,15,19,19-heptamethylpentacyc lo[12.8.0.0<2,11>.0<5,10>.0<15,20>]docos-11-ene-5-carboxylic acid
  • (3beta)-3-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oic acid
  • oleanolic-acid
  • Oleanolic?acid
  • Gledigenin 1
  • Oleanolic acid CRS
  • OleanolsA currencyure
  • Olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3beta-hydroxy-
Show all 32 synonyms
  • Olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3-beta-hydroxy-
  • Oleanolic acid (Standard)
  • Oleanolic acid, >=97%
  • Olean-12-en-28-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-, (3-beta)-
  • Oleanolic acid (OA)(Compound 1)
  • olean-12-en-3beta-ol-28-oic acid
  • 3-beta-Hydroxyolean-12-en-28-oate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
456.71 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
456.3603 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
7.23calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
33calc.
Rings
5calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.9calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
8calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (1 violation)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1=C2C3CCCCC3CCC2C2CCC3CCCCC3C2C1

C1=C2C3CCCCC3CCC2C2CCC3CCCCC3C2C1

5 rings, 22 atoms.

402 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name OLEANOLIC ACID(skin conditioning)

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Softener and conditioner

Cosmetic functions

  • Skin conditioning

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Oleanolic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Oleanolic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Oleanolic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Oleanolic acid?

Oleanolic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is olean-12-en-28-oic acid substituted by a beta-hydroxy group at position 3. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a pentacyclic triterpenoid and a hydroxy monocarboxylic acid. It is a conjugate acid of an oleanolate. It derives from a hydride of an oleanane.

What is the CAS number of Oleanolic acid?

The CAS registry number of Oleanolic acid is 508-02-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Oleanolic acid?

The molecular formula of Oleanolic acid is C30H48O3 and its molar mass is 456.71 g/mol.

What is Oleanolic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Oleanolic acid include skin conditioning agents in cosmetics and personal care, eukaryotic metabolite, metabolite, plant metabolite, skin conditioning and 1 more.

Is Oleanolic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Oleanolic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Oleanolic acid?

Oleanolic acid is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy Oleanolic acid?

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