Procyanidin C1
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Procyanidin C1 (PCC1), a natural polyphenol with oral activity, causes DNA damage, cell cycle arrest and induces apoptosis. Procyanidin C1 decreases the level of Bcl-2, but enhances BAX, caspase 3 and 9 expression in cancer cells. Procyanidin C1 shows senotherapeutic activity and increases lifespan in mice.
For research use only. We do not sell to patients.
- Purity: 99.54%
- CAS No.: 37064-30-5
- Formula: C45H38O18
- Molecular Weight:866.77
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Storage:
4°C, protect from light
* In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light)
Publications Citing Use of MedChemExpress (MCE) Procyanidin C1
More- Nat Aging. 2026 Feb;6(2):316-328. [Abstract]
- J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
- Food Chem. 2025 May 31:489:144992. [Abstract]
- Clin Transl Med. 2023 Dec;13(12):e1516. [Abstract]
- J Agric Food Chem. 2025 Jun 25;73(25):15561-15578. [Abstract]
- Food Biosci. 2026 Apr 15;80:108917.
- Foods. 2026 Apr 9;15(8):1293. [Abstract]
- Bioorg Chem. 2026 Aug 5:177:109914. [Abstract]
- FASEB J. 2025 Jan 31;39(2):e70362. [Abstract]
- Research Square Print. January 3rd, 2023.
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RT-PCR
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Cell Proliferation/Viability Assay
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Cell Migration/Invasion Assay
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Cell Migration/Invasion Assay
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In Vivo Efficacy Study
Biological Activity
IC50: 31.5 μg/mL (MCF-7), 36.6 μg/mL (MDA-MB-231)[1]
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Cell Line
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Type | Value | Description | References |
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| A549 | ED50 |
>10 μg/mL
Compound: 49
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Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
Cytotoxicity against human A549 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
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[PMID: 1431932] |
| HCT-8 | ED50 |
>10 μg/mL
Compound: 49
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Cytotoxicity against human HCT8 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
Cytotoxicity against human HCT8 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
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[PMID: 1431932] |
| KB | ED50 |
>10 μg/mL
Compound: 49
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Cytotoxicity against human KB cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
Cytotoxicity against human KB cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
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[PMID: 1431932] |
| MT4 | CC50 |
16.5 μg/mL
Compound: 10, proanthocyanidin C1
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Cytotoxicity against human MT4 cells by MTT assay
Cytotoxicity against human MT4 cells by MTT assay
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[PMID: 10425115] |
| MT4 | IC50 |
4.3 μg/mL
Compound: 10, proanthocyanidin C1
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Antiviral activity against HIV infected in human MT4 cells assessed as inhibition of virus-induced cytopathic effect by MTT assay
Antiviral activity against HIV infected in human MT4 cells assessed as inhibition of virus-induced cytopathic effect by MTT assay
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[PMID: 10425115] |
| TE-671 | ED50 |
>10 μg/mL
Compound: 49
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Cytotoxicity against human TE671 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
Cytotoxicity against human TE671 cells by tetrazolium salt-based colorimetric assay
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[PMID: 1431932] |
Procyanidin C1 (6.25-100 μg/mL; 48 h) shows cytotoxic activities to MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cells[1]. Procyanidin C1 (35 μg/mL; 48 h) affects cell cycle of MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cancer cells[1]. Procyanidin C1 significantly up-regulates Chk 1 and Chk 2 in MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cancer cells[1]. Procyanidin C1 (27.85 and 66.41 μL) induces significant DNA damage in MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cancer cells[1]. Procyanidin C1 (45 μg/mL; 72 h) reduces the expression level of Bcl-2 but increases the expression level of BAX, and increases activities of caspase 3 and 9 to induces cell apoptosis of MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cancer cells[1].
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Cell Line:MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cell lines
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Concentration:35 μg/mL
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Incubation Time:48 h
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Result:Induced the cell cycle arrest at the S-phase in MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cell lines.
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Cell Line:MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cell lines
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Concentration:6.25-100 μg/mL
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Incubation Time:48 h
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Result:Inhibited cell proliferation of MCF-7 and MDA-MB-231 cells with IC50 values of 31.5 and 36.6 μg/mL and showed a higher cytotoxic activity to MDA-MB-231 than tamoxifen.
MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.
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Animal Model:Non-obese diabetes and severe combined immunodficiency mice with PSC27 and PC3 cancer cells injection, and pre-treated with mitoxantrone (MIT)[2]
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Dosage:20 mg/kg
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Administration:Intraperitoneal injection; 20 mg/kg; 2 weeks after the first MIT dose and then delivered biweekly
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Result:Remarkably enhanced tumour regression (55.2% reduction in tumour size compared with MIT alone; 74.9% reduction in tumour volume compared with the placebo treatment) and depleted the majority of senescent cells in chemotherapy treated animals.
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Animal Model:24-27 months of age mice (both sexes)[2]
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Dosage:20 mg/kg
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Administration:Oral gavage; 20 mg/kg; for three consecutive days
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Result:Enhanced the median post-treatment lifespan with 64.2% and decreased the mortality hazard than the vehicle-treated group.
| NCT Number | Sponsor | Condition | Start Date |
Phase
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| NCT01329991 | Plexxikon| | 2011-05 | PHASE1 |
Chemical Information
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CAS No. 37064-30-5
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Appearance Solid
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Molecular Weight 866.77
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Formula C45H38O18
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Color Light yellow to yellow
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SMILES
OC1=C2C(O[C@H](C3=CC(O)=C(O)C=C3)[C@H](O)[C@H]2C4=C5C(C[C@@H](O)[C@@H](C6=CC(O)=C(O)C=C6)O5)=C(O)C=C4O)=C([C@H]7C8=C(O)C=C(O)C=C8O[C@H](C9=CC(O)=C(O)C=C9)[C@@H]7O)C(O)=C1
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Synonyms
PCC1
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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
4°C, protect from light
* In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light)
Publications (10)
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Journal Impact Factor
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Most Recent
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Nat Aging
Comparative analysis of senolytic drugs reveals mitochondrial determinants of efficacy and resistance. [Abstract]2026 Feb;6(2):316-328. PMID: 41611832 -
J Adv Res
Procyanidin C1 inhibits tumor growth and metastasis in colon cancer via modulating miR-501-3p/HIGD1A axis. [Abstract]2024 Jun:60:215-231. PMID: 37479180
Procyanidin C1 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
Procyanidin C1 (PCC1) affected the level of hsa-miR-501-3p.
Procyanidin C1 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
The subsequent experiments showed that Procyanidin C1 (PCC1, 5-10 μM, 24-72 h) inhibited CRC cells proliferation in a dose- and time-dependent manners.
Procyanidin C1 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
In addition to proliferation, the effects of Procyanidin C1 (PCC1, 5-10 μM, 0-48 h) on cell migration and invasion were observed by using wound healing assays. The results showed that PCC1 inhibited the migration and invasion of DLD1 and HCT116 compared with the control groups.
Procyanidin C1 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
In addition to proliferation, the effects of Procyanidin C1 (PCC1, 5-10 μM) on cell migration and invasion were observed by using transwell assays. The results showed that PCC1 inhibited the migration and invasion of DLD1 and HCT116 compared with the control groups.
Procyanidin C1 purchased from MedChemExpress. Usage Cited in: J Adv Res. 2024 Jun:60:215-231. [Abstract]
To investigate whether the results of in vitro experiments were also observed in the in vivo experiments, mice were inoculated with cells, and CDDP (2 mg/kg and 4 mg/kg via i.p. injection) or Procyanidin C1 (PCC1, 20 mg/kg and 40 mg/kg via i.p. injection) was injected, then the weight and volume of tumors were measured respectively. The results showed that PCC1 significantly inhibited tumor weight and volume compared with the control group, although it was less effective than CDDP.
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Food Chem
Flavonoid-mediated metabolic underpinning quality variation in red bud-sport pear mutants. [Abstract]2025 May 31:489:144992. PMID: 40466530 -
Clin Transl Med
The molecular classification of cancer-associated fibroblasts on a pan-cancer single-cell transcriptional atlas. [Abstract]2023 Dec;13(12):e1516. PMID: 38148640 -
J Agric Food Chem
High-Pressure and Thermal Pasteurization Applied to Smoothies Enhances (Poly)Phenol Bioaccessibility along the Gastrointestinal Tract. [Abstract]2025 Jun 25;73(25):15561-15578. PMID: 40497562 -
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Foods
Design of a Plant-Based Smoothie: Exploiting Ingredient Complementarity for a Diversified (Poly)phenolic Profile Quantified by Targeted LC-MS/MS Analysis. [Abstract]2026 Apr 9;15(8):1293. PMID: 42073181 -
Bioorg Chem
Investigation of tyrosinase inhibitory components in Camellia reticulata and the inhibitory mechanism, binding behavior of TeGG to tyrosinase. [Abstract]2026 Aug 5:177:109914. PMID: 42060987 -
FASEB J
Senolytic procyanidin C1 alleviates renal fibrosis by promoting apoptosis of senescent renal tubular epithelial cells. [Abstract]2025 Jan 31;39(2):e70362. PMID: 39878685 -
Solvent & Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (115.37 mM; Need ultrasonic; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)
H2O : 100 mg/mL (115.37 mM; Need ultrasonic)
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 (protect from light). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
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 (protect from light). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.
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 (2.88 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
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 (2.88 mM); Clear solution
This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).
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.
For the following dissolution methods, please prepare the working solution directly:
It is recommended to prepare fresh solutions and use them promptly within a short period of time.
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: PBS
Solubility: 6.25 mg/mL (7.21 mM); Clear solution; Need ultrasonic and warming and heat to 60°C
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.
Working solution concentration: 0.22 mg/mL
This product has good water solubility, please refer to the measured solubility data in water/PBS/Saline for details.
Purity & Documentation
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Data Sheet (288 KB)
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SDS (393 KB)
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Handling Instructions (2659 KB)
References
[1]. Koteswari LL, et al. A comparative anticancer study on procyanidin C1 against receptor positive and receptor negative breast cancer. Nat Prod Res. 2019 Jan 8:1-8. [Content Brief]
[2]. Xu Q, et al. The flavonoid procyanidin C1 has senotherapeutic activity and increases lifespan in mice. Nat Metab. 2021 Dec;3(12):1706-1726. [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 (protect from light). 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 / H2O | 1 mM | 1.1537 mL | 5.7685 mL | 11.5371 mL | 28.8427 mL |
| 5 mM | 0.2307 mL | 1.1537 mL | 2.3074 mL | 5.7685 mL | |
| 10 mM | 0.1154 mL | 0.5769 mL | 1.1537 mL | 2.8843 mL | |
| 15 mM | 0.0769 mL | 0.3846 mL | 0.7691 mL | 1.9228 mL | |
| 20 mM | 0.0577 mL | 0.2884 mL | 0.5769 mL | 1.4421 mL | |
| 25 mM | 0.0461 mL | 0.2307 mL | 0.4615 mL | 1.1537 mL | |
| 30 mM | 0.0385 mL | 0.1923 mL | 0.3846 mL | 0.9614 mL | |
| 40 mM | 0.0288 mL | 0.1442 mL | 0.2884 mL | 0.7211 mL | |
| 50 mM | 0.0231 mL | 0.1154 mL | 0.2307 mL | 0.5769 mL | |
| 60 mM | 0.0192 mL | 0.0961 mL | 0.1923 mL | 0.4807 mL | |
| 80 mM | 0.0144 mL | 0.0721 mL | 0.1442 mL | 0.3605 mL | |
| 100 mM | 0.0115 mL | 0.0577 mL | 0.1154 mL | 0.2884 mL |
* Note: If you choose water as the stock solution, please dilute it to the working solution, then filter and sterilize it with a 0.22 μm filter before use.