Shiitake Mushroom Extract

Product Name: Shiitake Mushroom Extract
Botanical Name: Lentinula edodes
Part Used: Whole Mushroom 
Specification: 6~15% Polysaccriarides, 4:1 
CAS No： 37339-90-5
 Molecular Formula: C42H72O36  
Molecular Weight: 1152.99948
Appearance: Light yellow fine powder  
Test method: UV-VIS
Extract Method: Ethanol

What is Shiitake Mushroom Extract?
1）The Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) is an edible mushroom native to East Asia, which is cultivated and consumed in many Asian countries, as well as being dried and exported to many countries around the world. It is a feature of many Asian cuisines including Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai. In the East, the Shiitake mushroom has long been considered a delicacy as well as a medicinal mushroom.
2）The Shiitake Mushroom Extract used in dietary supplements is derived from the whole mushroom (the fruiting bodies of Lentinula fungi).

Where will Shiitake Mushroom Extract used to?
Shiitake mushroom is a popular culinary mushroom used in cuisine throughout the world. It contains a high concentration of Lentinan, which is a beta-glucan isolated from the Shiitake mushroom fruiting bodies. Research has demonstrated the Shiitake mushroom:
1） Stimulates the immune system 
2）Anti-caner
3）Contains a cholesterol lowering compound known as eritadenine. 
4） Possesses anti-bacterial properties 
5） Possesses anti-viral properties (including anti-HIV and anti-HSV-1) (contains a     proteinase inhibitor) 
6） Reduces platelet aggregation

 Application of Shiitake Mushroom Extract
1. Cosmetics ,perfumery, skin care products,for its
2. Food additive
3. Dietary supplement
4. Medicine