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


Product Detail

Product Tags

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.

 

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