Botanical Source:Widely distributed in higher plants. Resin of Podocarpus ferrugineus. Also from Juniperus excelsa, Salvia mellifera, Taiwania cryptomerioides, Salvia hypargeia, Salvia lanigera, Salvia viridis, Cryptomeria japonica
Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
Melting Point:56-57°C (lit)
Loss on Drying:≤3%
Storage and Stability:Store at -20°C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. Light sensitive. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.