Karanjin dosage

Karanjin analysis quantifies this natural flavonoid compound, characteristic of the genus Pongamia , notably found in the species Pongamia pinnata (or Millettia pinnata ), used in herbal medicine, natural cosmetics, and sustainable agriculture. This furanoflavonol, known for its antioxidant, insecticidal, and antifungal properties, is an essential analytical marker for assessing the quality and purity of Pongamia extracts.

Karanjin analysis is aimed at manufacturers wishing to guarantee the conformity, traceability and standardization of their plant extracts or formulations based on flavonoid compounds.

Karanjin: a bioactive flavonoid from Pongamia

Karanjin (CAS No. 521-88-0) is a furanoflavonol, meaning a flavonoid with a furan ring in its chemical structure. It is found primarily in the seeds, oil, and leaves of Pongamia pinnata , a leguminous tree native to tropical Asia.

This compound has versatile biological activity:

• antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties,
• antimicrobial and antifungal effects,
• natural insecticidal and repellent activity,
• cosmetic potential in purifying and protective skincare.

Karanjin is often assayed in conjunction with pongamol, another flavonoid derived from the same tree, in order to assess the overall quality and bioactive composition of the extracts.

Objectives and benefits of karanjin assay

The analysis of karanjin aims to:

• to check the concentration of furanoflavonols in extracts of Pongamia pinnata ,
• to control the conformity of raw materials used in nutraceuticals and cosmetics
• standardize finished products to ensure consistent composition between batches,
• to assess the purity and absence of contaminants from other plant sources,
• validate the functional claims (antioxidant, purifying, protective).

This quantification is an essential step in the quality control of natural extracts, particularly for applications requiring complete traceability of bioactive ingredients.

Analytical methods used

Karanjin is measured using high-precision chromatographic methods capable of detecting and quantifying this specific compound in complex matrices:

• HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography) : allows the separation of flavonoids present in plant extracts and the quantification of karanjin from its specific UV absorption spectrum.
• LC-MS/MS (liquid chromatography coupled with tandem mass spectrometry) : offers increased sensitivity and selectivity, allowing precise identification of karanjin and its analogues, even at very low concentrations.

Depending on the needs, the analysis can be combined with the detection of other characteristic flavonoids or polyphenols, in order to obtain a complete phytochemical profile of the extract studied.

YesWeLab offers complementary services such as kaempferol assay , quercetin assay , or total polyphenol assay , allowing for in-depth characterization of the bioactive compounds of plant extracts.

Sectors and applications of karanjin dosage

Karanjin dosage is applicable to several industrial and scientific fields:

• Nutraceutical : control of karanjin content in Pongamia extracts used for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Natural cosmetics : verification of the quality of plant ingredients incorporated into purifying, protective or soothing skincare products.
• Sustainable agriculture and biocontrol : measurement of karanjin concentration in bio-insecticide or biofungicide formulations based on Pongamia pinnata .
• Phytochemical research : study of the role of karanjin and its derivatives in the biosynthesis and bioactivity of plant extracts.

This analysis can be combined with other services available on the YesWeLab platform, including pongamol assay , total flavonoid assay , or rutin assay , for a complete evaluation of the flavonoid profile.

Carrying out analyses at YesWeLab

YesWeLab entrusts the karanjin assay to partner laboratories specializing in chromatography and phytochemistry. These laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art HPLC and LC-MS/MS instruments, guaranteeing the accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of the measurements.

Most of the partner laboratories are certified or accredited according to the ISO 17025 standard and the COFRAC reference framework, ensuring the conformity and traceability of the results.

The YesWeLab scientific team assists manufacturers and formulators in selecting the most suitable method for their samples and objectives: quantitative analysis, comparative study of extracts, or validation of functional claims.

Thanks to the YesWeLab digital platform, analysis management is fully centralized: online submission, real-time sample tracking, and secure access to analysis reports. Since 2020, YesWeLab has supported numerous players in the nutraceutical, natural cosmetics, and plant research sectors in the control and valorization of their botanical extracts.

Technical data

• CAS No.: 521-88-0
• Methods: HPLC, LC-MS/MS
• Expertise: Physicochemical, nutritional
• Business sectors: Nutraceuticals, plants, natural cosmetics
• Measured parameters: Karanjin and furanoflavonol derivatives

For any specific request, contact our team to obtain a personalized quote and analytical recommendations tailored to your plant matrices.