Description

Aspidium is a botanical extract derived from the rhizomes of ferns belonging to the Dryopteris genus, standardized under the CAS registry number 8063-11-4. This natural product is valued for its complex phytochemical profile, which includes phloroglucinol derivatives and other bioactive compounds. It serves as a critical raw material for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and botanical medicine industries, where it is utilized for its traditional therapeutic properties and as a source for further chemical refinement.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key starting material for the synthesis and isolation of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with anthelmintic and therapeutic potential.
• Herbal & Traditional Medicine: Used in the formulation of botanical supplements and traditional remedies, leveraging its historical use as an anthelmintic agent.
• Research & Development: Acts as a standardized natural product extract in pharmacological and phytochemical research for studying bioactive compounds.
• Veterinary Pharmaceuticals: Incorporated into formulations for animal health products targeting parasitic infections.
• Cosmeceutical Ingredients: Potential use in topical applications where natural, bioactive botanical extracts are desired.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aspidium
CAS No.	8063-11-4
Molecular Formula	Complex botanical extract; not defined by a single molecular formula.
Molecular Weight	N/A (Mixture)
Synonyms	Dryopteris Filix-mas Extract; Male Fern Extract; Filicin; Aspidium Oleoresin; Fern Root Extract; European Aspidium; Filix Mas; Shield Fern Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Aspidium extract is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Quality is verified through a series of analytical tests including identification, assay of active constituents (e.g., filicin), and limits for residual solvents and heavy metals. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability and to minimize degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to dark brown viscous liquid or extract
Identification (TLC/IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (Filicin Content)	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Microbial Limits	Meets Ph. Eur./USP criteria

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