Description

Luffa Operculata, Ext. is a standardized botanical extract derived from the fruit of the *Luffa operculata* plant, also known as the sponge gourd. This natural extract is valued for its specific bioactive constituents, offering a plant-based solution for formulators seeking natural actives. It serves as a key ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, nutraceutical, and traditional medicine sectors. Our extract is produced under controlled conditions to ensure consistent potency and purity for industrial applications.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into topical formulations for its potential skin-cleansing and astringent properties.
• Herbal & Dietary Supplements: Used as a concentrated botanical component in capsule, tablet, or tincture formulations.
• Traditional & Alternative Medicine: Serves as a standardized raw material for the preparation of herbal remedies.
• Functional Ingredients: Potential use in natural OTC (Over-the-Counter) products targeting specific wellness applications.
• Research & Development: Supplied to laboratories for pharmacological studies and new product development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Luffa Operculata, Ext.
CAS No.	90063-68-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Luffa operculata extract; Sponge Gourd Extract; Vegetable Sponge Extract; Loofah Extract; Luffa aegyptiaca Mill. extract (related species); Luffa cylindrica extract (related species); Monordica operculata extract; Bai Jing Gan (common name in traditional medicine)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Luffa Operculata Extract is produced following stringent quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metals, and microbial limits to meet the requirements of our industrial partners.

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 light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to yellowish-brown powder or extract
Identification	Complies (HPLC / TLC)
Assay (Marker Compounds)	Standardized (e.g., by UV-Vis or HPLC)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 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.