Clinical Trials

Chlorogenic acid is evaluated in numerous clinical trials across Phase 1 through Phase 3 and non-interventional designs, targeting indications ranging from metabolic health and healthy states to advanced solid tumors. Sponsored by both academic medical centers and industry leaders, these studies assess pharmacokinetic profiles, safety, and therapeutic tolerance, with recruitment statuses encompassing completed, terminated, and withdrawn.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05757154 Completed
Healthy
Chalmers University of Technology|Paulig Group
2023-03-31 Not Applicable
NCT02524938 TERMINATED
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2; Renal Insufficiency, Chronic
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
2016-06-01
NCT05547204 Completed
Skill Performance|Soccer Performance|Coffeeberry Effects
PepsiCo Global R&D
2022-06-30 Not Applicable
NCT03751592 UNKNOWN
Advanced Lung Cancer
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd
2018-07-17 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT03758014 UNKNOWN
GBM
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd
2018-11-27 PHASE2; PHASE3
NCT02887950 TERMINATED
Overweight
Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia
2016-09
NCT03520452 COMPLETED
Endothelial Dysfunction
Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN)
2018-03-14
NCT02929901 COMPLETED
Type 2 Diabetes Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver
National Nutrition and Food Technology Institute
2016-12 PHASE2; PHASE3
NCT03520452 Completed
Endothelial Dysfunction
Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN)
2018-03-14 Not Applicable
NCT03444558 COMPLETED
Metabolic Syndrome
University of Palermo
2017-06-01
NCT03019263 COMPLETED
Dyslipidemia
Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia
2017-03-31
NCT02728349 COMPLETED
Glioblastoma
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd
2016-04-12 PHASE1
NCT02245204 COMPLETED
Advanced Cancer
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co., Ltd
2014-09 PHASE1
NCT02728349 Completed
Glioblastoma
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co. Ltd|Beijing Shijitan Hospital Capital Medical University
2016-04-12 Phase 1
NCT02621060 COMPLETED
Impaired Glucose Tolerance
University of Guadalajara
2015-09 PHASE2
NCT02136342 TERMINATED
Advanced Cancer
Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
2014-05 PHASE1
NCT02388672 WITHDRAWN
Blood Pressure
University Hospital Tuebingen
2015-03
NCT02245204 Completed
Advanced Cancer
Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co. Ltd|Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute
2014-09 Phase 1
NCT02136342 Terminated
Advanced Cancer
Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences|Sichuan J.Z. Bio-chemical Science and Technology Development Co. Ltd|ChineseAMS
2014-05 Phase 1
NCT01523028 COMPLETED
Healthy
Société des Produits Nestlé (SPN)
2011-09

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)

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Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Chlorogenic acid selectively inhibits glucose-6-phosphatase and scavenges reactive oxygen species, thereby suppressing hepatic gluconeogenesis and downstream pro-inflammatory signaling pathways. Consequently, this compound dampens cellular proliferation, attenuates oxidative stress, and improves endothelial reactivity, offering clinical utility in the treatment of metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes as well as solid tumors such as glioblastoma.

Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards

Quality Dimension RUO (Research Use Only) cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice)
Clinical Applicability Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies.
Regulatory Status Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA).
Facility Environment Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring.
Quality Control Basic purity and activity testing. Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma).
Process Validation Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records.
Quality Assurance Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits.
Regulatory Impact High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF).

Footnotes

Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.