Description

Ganoderenic Acid A is a highly bioactive lanostane-type triterpenoid isolated from the medicinal mushroom *Ganoderma lucidum* (Reishi). This specific compound is valued for its targeted biological activity and serves as a critical reference standard and active ingredient in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and cosmeceutical industries for applications in metabolic health, anti-inflammatory formulations, and high-purity analytical work.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quality control and standardization of *Ganoderma lucidum* extracts and finished products.
• Nutraceutical R&D: A key active ingredient in the development of dietary supplements targeting metabolic syndrome, liver health, and immune modulation.
• Cosmeceutical Formulations: Incorporated into anti-aging and skin-repair products for its potential anti-inflammatory and cell-protective properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in *in vitro* and *in vivo* studies to investigate mechanisms of action related to glucose metabolism, lipid regulation, and neuroprotection.
• Natural Product Isolation & Synthesis: Serves as a benchmark compound for the isolation, purification, and semi-synthetic derivation of related ganoderic acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ganoderenic Acid A
CAS No.	100665-40-5
Molecular Formula	C₃₀H₄₄O₇
Molecular Weight	516.67 g/mol
Synonyms	Ganoderic acid N; Ganoderic acid N1; (3β,7β,12β)-3,7,12-Trihydroxy-11,15,23-trioxolanost-8-en-26-oic acid; Ganoderic acid NN1; Reishi Triterpenoid A; GA-N; Lanostane Triterpenoid 100665-40-5
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Quality Control

Our Ganoderenic Acid A is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized and tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, making it suitable for research and development purposes. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and related substance profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider storage at -20°C under an inert atmosphere. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.