Description

Lactuca Virosa, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the wild lettuce plant, *Lactuca virosa* L. This product is valued for its consistent profile of bioactive compounds, offering reliable performance for formulators and manufacturers. It serves as a key ingredient for industries requiring natural, plant-based actives, particularly in the nutraceutical and botanical supplement sectors.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Utilized as a primary or supporting active ingredient in capsules, tablets, and tinctures for its traditional uses.
• Herbal & Botanical Extracts: Serves as a standardized raw material for further processing or blending in herbal formulations.
• Functional Food & Beverages: Incorporated into health-focused food and drink products for added botanical benefits.
• Cosmecuticals & Personal Care: Used in topical formulations such as creams and lotions for its soothing properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a starting material for the isolation and purification of specific phytochemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological studies investigating plant-based compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactuca Virosa, Ext.
CAS No.	85117-07-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Wild Lettuce Extract; *Lactuca virosa* L. Extract; Bitter Lettuce Extract; Lactucarium; Opium Lettuce Extract; Green Endive Extract; Acrid Lettuce Extract; *Lactuca virosa* Herb Extract
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lactuca Virosa, Ext. is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is tested to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, with a focus on key marker compounds. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting specifications and test results are available upon request 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to light, air, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Fine Brownish Powder
Identification (TLC)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 2.0% Lactucin & Lactucopicrin
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 10,000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g

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