Description

Lucidenic Acid D2(Sh) is a specific, high-purity derivative of lucidenic acid, a class of bioactive triterpenoids primarily isolated from medicinal fungi. This compound is valued for its role as a critical reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in advanced research and development. It is essential for organizations in the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and life science sectors requiring precise, high-quality materials for analytical, pharmacological, and formulation studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis (HPLC, LC-MS) of products containing lucidenic acid derivatives, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency and regulatory compliance.
• Bioactivity and Mechanism Research: Serves as a key investigational compound in preclinical studies exploring its potential pharmacological effects, including anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective, and neuroprotective activities.
• Nutraceutical and Cosmetic Ingredient Development: Incorporated into high-end formulations where standardized, pure extracts are required to validate efficacy claims and ensure product safety.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the semi-synthesis of novel analogs with optimized biological properties for drug discovery pipelines.
• Quality Control and Method Validation: Critical for developing and validating analytical methods in quality control laboratories for raw material and finished product testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lucidenic Acid D2(Sh)
CAS No.	98665-16-8
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Synonyms	Lucidenic acid D2; Lucidenic Acid D2 (Sh); (4R,4aR,6aR,6bS,8aR,12aR,14bS)-4,4a,6b,8a,12a,14b-Hexamethyl-11-oxo-1,2,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,6b,7,8,8a,9,10,11,12,12a,14b-octadecahydropicene-4-carboxylic acid; Ganoderic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our Lucidenic Acid D2(Sh) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, MS), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the material under inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.2%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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