Karanjin dosage

The dosage of karanjin makes it possible to quantify this natural flavonoid compound characteristic of the genus Pongamia , notably present in the species Pongamia pinnata (or Millettia pinnata ), used in phytotherapy, natural cosmetics and sustainable agriculture. This furanoflavonol, known for its antioxidant, insecticidal and antifungal properties, constitutes an essential analytical marker for evaluating 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, i.e., a flavonoid bearing a furan ring in its chemical structure. It is mainly found 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 care.

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

Objectives and interest of karanjin dosage

The analysis of karanjin aims to:

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

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

Analytical methods used

The dosage of karanjin is carried out by 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 the 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 additional services such as kaempferol dosage , quercetin dosage , or total polyphenol dosage , allowing in-depth characterization of the bioactive compounds of plant extracts.

Sectors and applications of karanjin dosage

The dosage of karanjin applies 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 treatments.
• 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 dosage , total flavonoid dosage , or rutin dosage , for a complete evaluation of the flavonoid profile.

Carrying out analyses at YesWeLab

YesWeLab entrusts the karanjin assay to partner laboratories with expertise in chromatography and phytochemistry. These laboratories are equipped with the latest generation of HPLC and LC-MS/MS instruments, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of measurements.

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

The YesWeLab scientific team supports manufacturers and formulators in selecting the method best suited to 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 consultation of analysis reports. Since 2020, YesWeLab has supported numerous players in nutraceuticals, natural cosmetics, and plant research in the control and promotion of their botanical extracts.

Technical data

• CAS No.: 521-88-0
• Methods: HPLC, LC-MS/MS
• Expertise: Physicochemical, nutritional
• Sectors of activity: 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 adapted to your plant matrices.