Description

L-Kawain CAS NO 500-64-1 is a bioactive kavalactone, a key constituent derived from the Kava plant (*Piper methysticum*). This compound is valued for its specific physiological properties and serves as a critical reference standard and active ingredient. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and researchers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and botanical extract industries for product development and quality control.

Application

• Nutraceutical Formulations: Used as a standardized active component in dietary supplements and herbal blends targeting relaxation and wellness.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in preclinical studies for neurological and anxiolytic applications.
• Botanical Extract Standardization: Acts as a key marker compound for the quality control, authentication, and potency standardization of Kava extracts.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into topical formulations for its potential soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard in HPLC, LC-MS, and other chromatographic methods for quantification and method validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	L-Kawain
CAS No.	500-64-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₄O₃
Molecular Weight	230.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Kavain; L-Kavain; Kawain; 5,6-Dihydro-4-methoxy-6-[(E)-2-phenylethenyl]-2H-pyran-2-one; (+)-5,6-Dihydrokavain; (R)-Kavain; FEMA 3949; Kavalactone K1
EINECS	207-912-8

Quality Control

Our L-Kawain is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting specifications for use as a reference standard and ingredient. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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