Chinese name: Genpi Gan

English name: Phlorizin

Molecular formula: C12H24O10.2H2O; molecular weight: 472.45; CAS No.: 60-81-1

Structural formula

Physical properties:

Appearance: white to light yellow crystalline powder; melting point: 113-114ºC; solubility: slightly soluble in water, easily soluble in hot water and ethanol.

Testing method: HPLC

Description: It is extracted from the root bark, stem and tender leaves of apple trees and apple fruits, and also slightly exists in plants of Compositae, Ericaceae, Leguminosae, Fagaceae, Liliaceae, etc.