Technical Data Sheet (TDS) – Asiaticoside
Product Name: Asiaticoside
Synonyms: Madecassoside Glycoside, Centella Asiatica Extract Active Compound
CAS No.: 16830-15-2
Molecular Formula: C48H78O19
Molecular Weight: 959.13
Origin: Centella asiatica (L.) Urban
1. Product Description
Asiaticoside is a triterpenoid saponin extracted from Centella asiatica, widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food supplements. It is known for its wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
2. Specifications
| Test Item | Specification (Food Grade) | Specification (Industrial Grade) |
|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | White to off-white powder |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic | Characteristic |
| Identification | Positive (HPLC / IR) | Positive (HPLC / IR) |
| Assay (Asiaticoside) | ≥ 90.0% | ≥ 85.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% | ≤ 7.0% |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm | ≤ 0.5 ppm |
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 1,000 cfu/g | ≤ 5,000 cfu/g |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 cfu/g | ≤ 500 cfu/g |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | Negative |
3. Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, methanol |
| Melting Point | ~230°C (decomposes) |
| pH (1% solution) | 5.0–7.0 |
| Bulk Density | ~0.45 g/cm³ |
| Hygroscopicity | Low |
| Stability | Stable under recommended storage conditions |
4. Applications
Food & Nutraceuticals:
Dietary supplements, capsules, powders
Functional beverages, health foods
Cosmetics & Pharmaceutical:
Anti-aging creams, wound healing gels, anti-inflammatory lotions
Skin repair, antioxidant formulations
Industrial Uses:
Raw material for research and development
Active ingredient in cosmetic or nutraceutical manufacturing
5. Storage & Handling
Store in tightly sealed containers, protected from light, heat, and moisture.
Recommended storage temperature: below 25°C.
Shelf life: 2 years under proper storage conditions.
Handle with standard protective equipment (gloves, goggles, mask if dusty).
6. Safety & Regulatory
Not classified as hazardous under GHS, OSHA, or EU REACH.
Dust may cause mild respiratory or eye irritation; avoid inhalation.
Complies with general food-grade and cosmetic-grade regulations.
7. Packaging
Food Grade: 1–25 kg Kraft paper bags with PE liner
Industrial Grade: 25–50 kg fiber drums or as requested
Sealed and moisture-proof packaging
8. Shelf Life
24 months when stored under recommended conditions
9. Notes
The product should be used according to local regulations for food, cosmetics, or industrial applications.
Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided for each batch.
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