Description

Cetraria Islandica, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the lichen species *Cetraria islandica*, commonly known as Iceland Moss. This natural product is valued for its unique polysaccharide content, particularly lichenin and isolichenin, which confer valuable functional properties. It serves as a key functional ingredient for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food, and personal care industries seeking natural thickeners, stabilizers, and bioactive components.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized in formulations for throat-soothing lozenges, cough syrups, and herbal supplements, leveraging its traditional demulcent properties.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Acts as a natural thickener, stabilizer, and texturizing agent in products like health drinks, yogurts, and confectionery.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare creams, lotions, and balms for its soothing, moisturizing, and film-forming characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical Excipients: Serves as a natural binder and disintegrant in tablet formulations.
• Traditional Herbal Preparations: Used as a base material in various herbal medicinal products according to traditional use registrations.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological studies investigating its polysaccharide structures and potential bioactivities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cetraria Islandica, Ext.
CAS No.	84776-25-0
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Complex Botanical Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable
Synonyms	Iceland Moss Extract; *Cetraria islandica* (L.) Ach. Extract; Lichen Islandicus Extract; Fucus Islandicus Extract; Iceland Lichen Extract; Muscus Islandicus; Eryngo-leaved Liverwort Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cetraria Islandica Extract is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive testing for identity, purity, and activity to ensure it meets stringent specifications for its intended use. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing parameters such as polysaccharide content, heavy metals, and microbiological limits.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine powder to coarse granules
Color	Light brown to yellowish-brown
Identification (TLC/IR)	Complies
Assay (Total Polysaccharides)	≥ 70.0% (by Gravimetric/HPLC)
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Ash Content	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 CFU/g
E. coli	Absent
Salmonella	Absent

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