Compound Monograph

Liberine

A purine alkaloid reported in coffee (Coffea), related to the methylxanthine family.

Classification

Liberine is one of the purine alkaloids (xanthines), part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Liberine is one of the purine alkaloids (xanthines), found in Coffee.