GMP Supply Usnic Acid 99% Usnea Extract

Specifications
 
Usnic acid 98% 
Antioxidant 
CAS NO. : 125-46-2
FORMULA: C18H16O7
MOL WT. : 344.32
SYNONYMS : (+)-Usnic acid; (+)-Usnein; (+)-Usniacin;
D-2,6-Diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-1,3(2H,9bH)- Dibenzofurandione;
PHYSICAL STATE : yellow crystalline powder
MELTING POINT : 192- 204°C
Optical Rotation: +495° ~+ 497° (in CHCl3)
 
Introduction
 
Usnic acid is extracted from Usnea, It is a kind of organic acid. In natural remedies, especially in the veterinary medicine, Usnic Acid is used in powders and ointments for the treatment of infections of the skin. This is because of its antibiotic properties, particularly against Gram-positive bacteria such as M. Tuberculosis as well as some pathogenic fungi. Usnic acid as a pure substance has been formulated in creams, toothpaste, mouthwash, deodorants and sunscreen products, in some cases as an active principle, in others as a preservative.
 
Analysis of usnic acid
 

 
Function of usnic acid
 
1.It is a kind of spectrum antibiotic,inhibit most gram-positive bacteria.
2.Usnic Acid also has inhibition function to the trichomonas vaginalis.
3.It has a certain curative effect to cure cervical inflammation,perineal rupture, dysentery and skin disease.
4.It is used as an antibacteria agent in cosmetics and ointments to prevent skin infection. It is also used in formulating deodorant, mouth-care products
 
Application of usnic acid
 
1. Pharmaceutical as capsules or pills;
2. Functional food as capsules or pills;
3. Water-soluble beverages;
4. Health products as capsules or pills


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