Description

Isolichenan is a high-purity polysaccharide derived from lichen, specifically known for its linear structure of glucose units linked by α-(1→3) and α-(1→4) glycosidic bonds. This unique molecular architecture provides valuable functional properties for research and industrial applications, offering a consistent and reliable material for demanding processes. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutraceutical industries for its role as an excipient, a substrate for enzymatic studies, and a source of dietary fiber.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a binder, disintegrant, or controlled-release matrix in tablet and capsule formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a specific substrate for studying the activity of α-amylase and other carbohydrate-active enzymes.
• Nutraceutical Ingredient: Incorporated into dietary supplements as a source of soluble, prebiotic dietary fiber.
• Microbiological Culture Media: Acts as a carbon source in specialized culture media for microbial fermentation and growth studies.
• Food Science Research: Investigated for its texturizing, stabilizing, and fat-replacing properties in food product development.
• Standard Reference Material: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for carbohydrate analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isolichenan
CAS No.	53025-03-9
Molecular Formula	(C6H10O5)n
Molecular Weight	Polymer (Variable)
Synonyms	Lichenin; Moss Starch; α-D-Glucan; (1→3),(1→4)-α-D-Glucan; Cetraria Islandica Polysaccharide; Iceland Moss Polysaccharide; Isolichenin; α-Glucan from Lichen
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Isolichenan is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and microbiological quality. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as assay, loss on drying, heavy metals, and microbial limits is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Polysaccharide)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
pH (1% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Total Combined Yeasts & Molds	≤ 100 cfu/g

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