Betulinic acid extract

Product name: Betulinic acid extract

CAS NO,: 473-98-3

Molecular formula: C30H50O2

Molecular weight: 442,7

Product description: The very compound that makes the birch “shine bright white” has been tentatively linked to treatment for such devastating human ailments as some melanomas or cancer, several forms of herpes and even for AIDS. Betulin, a powdery substance in the outer bark of the birch tree, has been shown to help wounds heal faster and cut inflammation. Many cosmetic companies, touting it as a skin toner and restorer, add birch bark extract to various products. And a birch bark compound, betulinic acid, is being tested as a treatment for melanoma and other serious diseases.Betulin contains betulinic acid, which possesses a wide spectrum of biological and pharmacological activities.