D-Pinitol

A valuable product of carob pods, D-pinitol is a compound related to the important family of inositols. In plain terms, it is a natural property found in a variety of plants. Common sources of D-pinitol are legumes, leafy vegetables, and citrus fruits.  

 

Why is D-Pinitol Valuable?

In recent years, the pharmacological interest in D-Pinitol has risen enormously. This is due to the compound’s established multifunctional properties through a variety of signaling pathways. The list includes anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-microbial properties. Although there are synthetic and semi-synthetic versions of D-Pinitol that have been produced through chemical and biochemical transformations, carobs (Ceratonia siliqua L.) have been discovered to be the only organic raw material from which D-Pinitol can be extracted in quantities that would be sufficient for viable commercial purposes.  

 

D-Pinitol in Australian Carobs

We recently sent our product samples, specifically carob powder and carob syrup samples, to Anresco Laboratories for D-Pinitol testing. Below you will see their findings. There is also a link to the actual report from the laboratory. If there is any opportunity for your company and Australian Carobs to work together with regards to your D-Pinitol needs, please message us through our Contact page.