Description

Lucidenic Acid L is a bioactive triterpenoid compound derived from the medicinal mushroom *Ganoderma lucidum* (Reishi). This high-purity standard is critical for research and development in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors, where precise chemical markers are required. It serves as a key reference material for analytical laboratories, quality control departments, and academic institutions focused on natural product chemistry and bioactivity studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification, assay, and purity testing of Reishi-based extracts and finished products.
• Bioactivity Research: A vital compound for in-vitro and in-vivo studies investigating anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and potential anti-cancer mechanisms.
• Nutraceutical Quality Control: Essential for standardizing and authenticating high-value *Ganoderma lucidum* dietary supplements to ensure label claim accuracy and batch-to-batch consistency.
• Analytical Method Development: Serves as a primary standard for developing and validating HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for triterpenoid analysis.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredient Research: Investigated for potential applications in skincare formulations due to its bioactive properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lucidenic Acid L
CAS No.	110267-45-3
Molecular Formula	C27H40O8
Molecular Weight	492.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Lucidenic Acid L; Lucidenic acid L; (4S,4aR,6aR,6bS,8aR,12aR,14bS)-4,4a,6b,8a,11,11,14b-Heptamethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,6b,7,8,8a,9,10,11,12,12a,14,14a,14b-icosahydropicene-4,8a-dicarboxylic acid; Ganoderic acid derivative; Reishi triterpene acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of Lucidenic Acid L is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous identity, purity, and potency testing using advanced analytical techniques such as HPLC and NMR to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and support your regulatory and R&D requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). For long-term stability, consider storage at 2-8°C. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.