473-98-3
Betulin
Lup-20(29)-ene-3β,28-diol
C30H50O2
MW = 442.71 g/mol
Technical Data
| C30H50O2 | |
|---|---|
| MW = 442.71 g/mol | |
| White to light yellow powder | |
| Melting point = 253 °C |
Storage Shipping
| H302 + H312 + H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. | |
|---|---|
| P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. | |
| P301 + P312 + P330 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. | |
| Store at 15-25°C, ship at ambient temperature |
Description
Betulin; CAS 473-98-3 is a triterpene found abundantly in nature, including making up 30% of the dry content of silver birch bark. It is extracted from Betula platyphylla bark and is used in cosmetic products.