Licochalcone C

High Purity Licochalcone C (CAS 144506-14-9) from Licorice Extract

Natural Chalcone Compound | Glycyrrhiza-Derived Botanical Ingredient | Research Grade Natural Product

Quick Answer

Licochalcone C (CAS No. 144506-14-9) is a naturally occurring chalcone compound isolated from Glycyrrhiza species (licorice). It belongs to the licorice-derived phenolic flavonoid family and features a characteristic chalcone skeleton with hydroxyl, methoxy, and prenyl functional groups.

CQ HERB supplies high-quality Licochalcone C powder for research, cosmetic ingredient development, nutraceutical formulation studies, and natural product applications.

Key Takeaways

• Product Name: Licochalcone C
• CAS Number: 144506-14-9
• Botanical Source: Licorice (Glycyrrhiza species)
• Compound Class: Chalcone / Phenolic flavonoid
• Appearance: Yellow crystalline powder
• Molecular Formula: C21H22O4
• Molecular Weight: 338.40 g/mol
• Purity Options: Customized according to customer requirements
• Application: Natural product research, cosmetic ingredient development, botanical compound studies

Licochalcone C is structurally classified as a prenylated chalcone compound and has been identified as one of the characteristic secondary metabolites found in licorice plants.

Product Overview

What is Licochalcone C?

Licochalcone C is a rare natural chalcone compound belonging to the flavonoid-related phenolic compound family.

It is mainly found in licorice species including:

• Glycyrrhiza inflata
• Glycyrrhiza glabra

The compound contains a typical chalcone backbone structure consisting of two aromatic rings connected through an α,β-unsaturated carbonyl system. Its structure includes hydroxyl groups, one methoxy group, and a prenyl substituent, contributing to its unique chemical characteristics.

Compared with common licorice flavonoids, Licochalcone C is considered a specialized botanical marker compound with increasing interest in natural product chemistry.

Chemical Information

Chemical identifiers including molecular formula, molecular weight, and CAS information are consistent with publicly available chemical databases.

Structural Characteristics

Licochalcone C belongs to the prenylated chalcone family.

Its molecular structure contains:

• Chalcone backbone
• Phenolic hydroxyl groups
• Methoxy substitution
• Prenyl side chain

These structural characteristics make Licochalcone C an important reference compound for:

• Natural product isolation studies
• Phytochemical analysis
• Botanical authentication research
• Structure-activity relationship studies

Manufacturing Process

CQ HERB produces Licochalcone C through a controlled botanical extraction and purification process.

Typical Production Flow

Licorice Raw Material
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Botanical Extraction
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Filtration & Concentration
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Fraction Separation
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Chromatographic Purification
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Crystallization
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Drying
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Sieving & Packaging
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Quality Testing

The purification process is designed to enrich target chalcone compounds while maintaining product consistency and batch-to-batch stability.

Quality Control

CQ HERB applies strict quality control procedures during production.

Available quality documents:

✔ COA (Certificate of Analysis)
✔ HPLC Chromatogram
✔ MSDS
✔ Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
✔ Product Specification
✔ Manufacturing Flow Chart

Typical testing items include:

HPLC Identification

Licochalcone C can be characterized by HPLC analysis based on:

• Retention time comparison
• UV spectrum characteristics
• Reference standard comparison

CQ HERB can provide analytical documentation for customer evaluation and quality confirmation.

Applications

1. Natural Product Research

Licochalcone C is widely used as a reference compound in:

• Phytochemical studies
• Botanical compound screening
• Natural molecule research
• Analytical method development

2. Cosmetic Ingredient Research

Due to its botanical origin and chalcone structure, Licochalcone C is studied as a specialty natural ingredient for:

• Skin care formulation research
• Botanical active ingredient screening
• Cosmetic raw material development

(For cosmetic formulation use, customers should evaluate suitability according to their own regulatory requirements.)

3. Nutraceutical Research

Licochalcone C can be used as:

• Plant-derived research material
• Natural compound reference standard
• Ingredient development material

4. Pharmaceutical & Biomedical Research

Licochalcone C serves as a valuable molecule for:

• Natural compound libraries
• Pharmacological research
• Molecular mechanism studies

Licochalcone C vs Licochalcone A

Both compounds belong to the licorice chalcone family but differ in structural arrangement and market applications.

Why Choose CQ HERB as Your Licochalcone C Supplier?

Direct Manufacturer of Natural Plant Extracts

CQ HERB specializes in:

• High purity botanical extracts
• Natural active compounds
• Plant-derived monomers

We provide direct factory supply with professional documentation support.

Customized Specifications

Available options:

• Research-grade purity
• Customized assay requirements
• Customized packaging

Packaging options:

• 1 g
• 5 g
• 10 g
• 100 g
• 500 g
• 1 kg
• Bulk packaging

Professional Documentation Support

For international customers, CQ HERB provides:

• COA
• MSDS
• TDS
• HPLC Data
• Shipping documents

FAQ

What is Licochalcone C?

Licochalcone C is a naturally occurring prenylated chalcone compound extracted from licorice plants.

What is the CAS number of Licochalcone C?

The CAS number is 144506-14-9.

What is the molecular weight of Licochalcone C?

The molecular weight is 338.40 g/mol.

Is Licochalcone C water soluble?

Licochalcone C has limited water solubility and is generally evaluated in organic solvent systems during laboratory research.

Does CQ HERB provide samples?

Yes. CQ HERB can provide samples according to customer requirements for evaluation and analytical confirmation.

Technical Summary