Dosage of sakuranetin (flavanone)

Sakuranetin is a methylated flavanone naturally present in certain plants such as rice, sorghum, and some cherry species. This compound belongs to the large family of flavonoids, which has been extensively studied for its biological properties and its role in protecting organisms against oxidative stress.

Known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties, sakuranetin is attracting increasing interest in the development of nutraceutical formulations, functional cosmetics, and plant-based health products. Its dosage is essential to ensure the standardization of botanical extracts, control the quality of raw materials, and validate the claimed efficacy of finished products.

Importance of the dosage

Analytical control of sakuranetin presents several strategic challenges:

• Ensuring the traceability and authenticity of plant extracts.
• Validate the active ingredient content to meet quality standards.
• Optimizing antioxidant and protective formulations in nutraceuticals.
• Evaluate the stability of finished products over time.
• Contribute to regulatory compliance in the fields of functional food and cosmetics.

Analytical methods

The analysis of sakuranetin relies on high-precision chromatographic methods:

• HPLC-UV/DAD: used for routine analyses and standard quantification.
• LC-MS/MS: enables specific and sensitive detection, even at trace levels in complex matrices.

These approaches ensure reliable identification and robust quantification, meeting the quality requirements of the health, nutrition and cosmetics industries.

Matrices analyzed

Sakuranetin can be detected and quantified in various matrices:

• Standardized plant extracts.
• Rice and sorghum derivative products.
• Nutraceutical formulations (capsules, tablets, powders).
• Functional cosmetic products enriched with antioxidants.

Challenges for manufacturers

Sakuranetin testing is part of a comprehensive quality control approach for active plant ingredients. For nutraceutical manufacturers, it helps to validate health claims related to flavonoids and ensures a stable and reproducible composition. In the cosmetics industry, it is an asset for enhancing formulations rich in natural antioxidants.

Related analyses in the YesWeLab catalog

Sakuranetin is often studied in conjunction with other flavonoids or polyphenols. YesWeLab notably offers:

• Quercetin dosage (flavonol with major antioxidant properties).
• Rutin assay (quercetin glycoside, marker of plant quality).
• Naringenin dosage (flavanone similar to sakuranetin, present in citrus fruits).
• Total flavonoid content assay for an overall evaluation of extracts.

YesWeLab's expertise

YesWeLab relies on a network of rigorously selected partner laboratories, most of which are ISO 17025 certified and COFRAC accredited. Our experts guide you towards the most suitable analytical techniques based on your matrices and regulatory requirements.

Thanks to our digital platform, you can easily manage your analyses: request quotes online, track your samples in real time, and receive results centrally. Since 2020, we have been supporting manufacturers, distributors, and engineering firms by offering them time savings and reliable technical expertise.