Raspberry Ketone

Synonyms: Raspberry Ketone, 4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone, Frambinone, Oxyphenylon, Rheosmin, 4-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-2-butanone

Raspberry Ketone is a naturally occurring phenolic compound responsible for the characteristic aroma of red raspberries (Rubus idaeus). It is also found in smaller quantities in cranberries, blackberries, and kiwifruit. Although present in raspberries at very low concentrations (1–4 mg/kg), raspberry ketone is widely used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry and as an ingredient in dietary supplements.

Raspberry ketone has gained attention for its potential role in supporting fat metabolism and weight management. It is structurally related to capsaicin and synephrine, compounds known for their thermogenic activity, and is believed to enhance lipolysis and energy expenditure through adrenergic receptor modulation.

Raspberry Ketone

Function

• Lipolysis enhancement: Stimulates fat breakdown in adipose tissue via β-adrenergic receptor activation.

• Thermogenesis promotion: Increases energy expenditure and heat production.

• Adiponectin support: May upregulate adiponectin secretion, improving insulin sensitivity.

• Flavoring agent: Provides fruity, sweet aroma in food and beverage applications.

• Cosmetic use: Used as a fragrance component and skin-conditioning agent.

Purity

• Standardization: ≥99.0% raspberry ketone (HPLC)

• Forms: White crystalline powder (food-grade and supplement-grade)

• Applications: Dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, fragrances, cosmetics

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