Cosmetic Raw Material 98% Usnic Acid Powder CAS 125-46-2 Usnea Extract / Lichen Extract Powder

Short Description:

Usnic acid powder is a yellow – green powder derived from lichens. It has a complex chemical structure. It shows antimicrobial (against bacteria and fungi) and antioxidant activities but may be toxic at high doses, mainly used in research, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Specification

Product Name:Usnic acid powder

Price: Negotiable

Shelf Life: 24 Months Properly Storage

Package: Customized Package Accepted

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Product Applications

1. In Pharmaceuticals
- Antimicrobial Drugs: Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, it can be a potential ingredient in the development of drugs for treating infections caused by resistant bacteria or fungi.
- Anti - Inflammatory Medications: It may be explored for use in anti - inflammatory drugs, although more research is required to fully understand and optimize its use in this regard.
2. In Cosmetics
- Skin Care Products: Its antioxidant property makes it suitable for use in skin care products. It can help protect the skin from free - radical damage, which may contribute to anti - aging effects such as reducing wrinkles and improving skin texture.
3. In Research
- Biological Studies: Usnic acid powder is used in various biological research studies. For example, it can be used to study its mechanism of action in antimicrobial and antioxidant activities, as well as to explore its potential in other biological processes.

Effect

1. Antimicrobial Effects
- Antibacterial: It can inhibit the growth of a variety of bacteria. For example, it has been shown to be effective against some Gram - positive bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus.
- Antifungal: Usnic acid powder also exhibits antifungal properties, being able to combat certain fungal species, which is useful in treating fungal infections.
2. Antioxidant Activity
- It acts as an antioxidant, capable of scavenging free radicals in the body. By reducing oxidative stress, it may help prevent cell damage, which is associated with aging and various diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
3. Potential Anti - inflammatory Effects
- There is some evidence suggesting that usnic acid powder may have anti - inflammatory properties. It could potentially be used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions, although more research is needed in this area.

Certificate Of Analysis

Product Name	Usnic acid	Specification	Company Standard
CAS	125-46-2	Manufacture Date	2024.8.8
Quantity	100KG	Analysis Date	2024.8.15
Batch No.	BF-240808	Expiry Date	2026.8.7
Items	Specifications		Results
Appearance	Yellow Powder		Conforms
Identification	Positive		Positive
Assay(%)	98.0%-101.0%		98.8%
Specific Optical Rotation [a]_D20	-16.0°~18.5°		-16.1°
Moisture(%)	≤1.0%		0.25%
Ash(%)	≤0.1%		0.09%
Residue Analysis
Lead（Pb）	≤1.00mg/kg		Conforms
Arsenic (As)	≤1.00mg/kg		Conforms
Cadmium (Cd)	≤1.00mg/kg		Conforms
Mercury (Hg)	≤0.1mg/kg		Conforms
Total Heavy Metal	≤10mg/kg		Conforms
Microbiological Test
Total Plate Count	<3000cfu/g		Conforms
Yeast & Mold	<50cfu/g		Conforms
E.Coli	≤0.3cfu/g		Negative
Salmonella	Negative		Negative
Package	Packed in plastic bag inside and aluminum foil bag outside.
Storage	Store in a cool and dry place, keep away from strong light and heat.
Shelf life	Two years when properly stored.
Conclusion	Sample Qualified.