Original Plant: The bark of Phellodendron amurense Rupr..
Specification: 97% Berberine Hydrochloride
Test Method: HPLC
Molecular Formula: C20H18ClNO4•2H2O
Molecular Weight: 371.81
CAS No.: 141433-60-5
Melting Point: 256 257a
Solubility: Insoluble in water,soluble in ethanol,insoluble in ether, chloroform, sterols.
Appearance: Yellow hygroscopic powder, with bitter taste, odorless or with special odor
Pharmacology Action: Berberine Hydrochloride is an alkaloid derived from Chinese goldthread, bark of cork tree and other plants. It can be also synthesized in artificial method. It is used as raw material to make preparations, which are usually administered the treatment of intestinal infections. Category Bitter stomachic, Antibacterial.