Molecular formula: C16H18O9
CAS No: 327-97-9

Einecs No206-325-6

Molecular weight: 354.31
Solubility: Good solubility in water

Melting point:205-209°
Appearance: Fine crystal powder
Color: White
Specific Rotation [α]: -36° (c=1, H2O)

What is Chlorogenic acid:

Chlorogenic acid is a phenolic natural product isolated from the leaves and fruits of dicotyledonous plants, including the coffee bean, . Structurally, chlorogenic acid is the ester of caffeic acid with the 3-hydroxyl group of quinic acid.

Chlorogenic acid, an ester of caffeic acid and quinic acid, is a major phenolic compound in coffee, but is also found widespread in plants and can be isolated from the leaves and fruit . This compound, long known as an antioxidant, also slows the release of glucose into the bloodstream after a meal.

Molecular structure: