alpha-Boswellic acid
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alpha-Boswellic acid (α-Boswellic acid) is an orally active pentacyclic triterpenoid compound that can be extracted from frankincense. alpha-Boswellic acid has anti-inflammatory and antitumor activities. alpha-Boswellic acid can be used in Alzheimer's disease (AD) research.
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- Purity: 99.40%
- CAS No.: 471-66-9
- Formula: C30H48O3
- Molecular Weight:456.70
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Storage:Powder -20°C, 3 years , 4°C, 2 years ; In solvent -80°C, 6 months , -20°C, 1 month
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Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) alpha-Boswellic acid
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Biological Activity
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Cell Line
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Type | Value | Description | References |
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| Sf21 | IC50 |
>40 μM
Compound: 18
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Inhibition of human recombinant COX2 expressed in baculovirus infected sf21 cells assessed as decrease in PGE2 formation using arachidonic acid as substrate preincubated for 10 mins followed by substrate addition measured after 45 mins by LC-MS analysis
Inhibition of human recombinant COX2 expressed in baculovirus infected sf21 cells assessed as decrease in PGE2 formation using arachidonic acid as substrate preincubated for 10 mins followed by substrate addition measured after 45 mins by LC-MS analysis
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[PMID: 31774676] |
alpha-Boswellic acid (1, 3, 10 μM, 20 min) can reduce the expression levels of cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6 and IL-8) stimulated by TNF-α/IFN-γ in HaCaT cells[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Cell Line:HaCaT
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Concentration:1, 3, 10 μM
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Incubation Time:20 min
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Result:Decreased IL-1β, IL-6, IL-8, MDC, and TARC mRNA expression.
Increased the mRNA expression of involucrin, filaggrin, and loricrin in TNF-α/IFN-γ-induced cells.
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Cell Line:HaCaT
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Concentration:1, 3, 10 μM
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Incubation Time:20 min
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Result:Inhibited ERK, p38, and JNK protein phosphorylation.
Reduced the phosphorylated NF-κB protein levels.
alpha-Boswellic acid (200 mg/kg, gavage) has a protective effect on ethanol-induced gastric injury in rats[2].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Animal Model:2,4-Dinitrochlorobenzene-Induced Atopic-like Dermatitis in BALB/c Mice[1]
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Dosage:3 or 10 mg/kg
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Administration:i.p.
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Result:Reduced the severity of the AD-like symptoms.
Attenuated the increase in ear thickness and decreased cutaneous TEWL in DNCB-treated mice.
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Animal Model:Ethanol-induced gastric injury in rats[2]
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Dosage:200 mg/kg
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Administration:i.g.
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Result:Reduced injuries associated with the administration of ethanol, gastric juice acidity and the formation of MDA and increased CAT activity and SOD activity and the level of NO and PGE-2 in a dose-depended manner.
Increased the expression of both Nrf2 and HO-1.
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 471-66-9
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 456.70
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Formula C30H48O3
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Color White to off-white
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SMILES
C[C@@]([C@@]12C)(CC[C@@]3([H])[C@@]4(C)C(O)=O)[C@@](CC=C1[C@@](CC(C)(C)CC5)([H])[C@@]5(C)CC2)([H])[C@]3(CC[C@H]4O)C
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Synonyms
α-Boswellic acid
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Structure Classification
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Initial Source
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Shipping
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.
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Storage
Powder -20°C 3 years 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months -20°C 1 month
Publications (1)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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PLoS One
Assessing the efficacy of frankincense extract as a root canal irrigant against Enterococcus faecalis. [Abstract]2025 Apr 9;20(4):e0321458. PMID: 40202962
Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : 25 mg/mL (54.74 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
Concentration (start) × Volume (start) = Concentration (final) × Volume (final)
Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.
- For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
- To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for In Vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
- The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 40% PEG300 5% Tween-80 45% Saline
Solubility: 2.5 mg/mL (5.47 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic
This protocol yields a suspended solution of 2.5 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
Add each solvent one by one: 10% DMSO 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)
Solubility: 2.5 mg/mL (5.47 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic
This protocol yields a suspended solution of 2.5 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.
Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
Please enter the basic information of animal experiments:
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Recommended: Prepare an additional quantity of animals to account for potential losses during experiments.
Please enter your animal formula composition:
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%DMSO +
Recommended: Keep the proportion of DMSO in working solution below 2% if your animal is weak.
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+%Tween-80 + +
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%Saline +
The co-solvents required include: DMSO, . All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE). , Tween 80. All of co-solvents are available by MedChemExpress (MCE).
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
Method for preparing stock solution: mg drug dissolved in μL DMSO. Stock solution concentration: mg/mL.
1. Take μL DMSO stock solution;
2. Add μL .
μL , mix evenly;
3. Then add μL Tween 80, mix evenly;
4. Then add μL
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation
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Data Sheet (281 KB)
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SDS (252 KB)
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References
[1]. Tsai YC, et al. Evaluation of the Anti-Atopic Dermatitis Effects of α-Boswellic Acid on Tnf-α/Ifn-γ-Stimulated HaCat Cells and DNCB-Induced BALB/c Mice. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Aug 30;23(17):9863. [Content Brief]
[2]. Zhang Y, et al. Alpha-boswellic acid protects against ethanol-induced gastric injury in rats: involvement of nuclear factor erythroid-2-related factor 2/heme oxygenase-1 pathway. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2016 Apr;68(4):514-22. [Content Brief]
[3]. Fathi E, et al. The Effects of Alpha Boswellic Acid on Reelin Expression and Tau Phosphorylation in Human Astrocytes. Neuromolecular Med. 2017 Mar;19(1):136-146. [Content Brief]
Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table
Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
| Optional Solvent | Concentration Solvent Mass | 1 mg | 5 mg | 10 mg | 25 mg |
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| DMSO | 1 mM | 2.1896 mL | 10.9481 mL | 21.8962 mL | 54.7405 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.4379 mL | 2.1896 mL | 4.3792 mL | 10.9481 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.2190 mL | 1.0948 mL | 2.1896 mL | 5.4741 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.1460 mL | 0.7299 mL | 1.4597 mL | 3.6494 mL | |
| 20 mM | 0.1095 mL | 0.5474 mL | 1.0948 mL | 2.7370 mL | |
| 25 mM | 0.0876 mL | 0.4379 mL | 0.8758 mL | 2.1896 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.0730 mL | 0.3649 mL | 0.7299 mL | 1.8247 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0547 mL | 0.2737 mL | 0.5474 mL | 1.3685 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0438 mL | 0.2190 mL | 0.4379 mL | 1.0948 mL |
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