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Shiitake Mushroom Extract (Lentinula edodes) – AHCC-type Alpha-glucan 10–20%

Lentinula edodes · Omphalotaceae

Marker compound
AHCC-type alpha-glucan
Standardisation
10–20% (Enzymatic assay)
Assay method
Enzymatic assay
Plant part
Fruiting Body (mushroom)
Origin
China, Japan

Shiitake Mushroom Extract (Lentinula edodes) – AHCC-type Alpha-glucan 10–20%

Shiitake extract is produced from the fruiting body of Lentinula edodes (Omphalotaceae family) and supplied as a standardized mushroom extract, standardized to AHCC-type alpha-glucan. Available grades: 10%, 20%. Typical sourcing: China, Japan. For B2B formulation in nutraceuticals & supplements.

10%20%

Specifications

Botanical name Lentinula edodes
Common names Shiitake
Plant family / part Omphalotaceae / Fruiting body
Marker compound AHCC-type alpha-glucan
Phytochemical class Polysaccharides › Bioactive polysaccharides & β-glucans
Available grades 10%, 20%
Assay method Enzymatic assay
Form Mushroom Extract
Origin China, Japan
Pack sizes Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg
Shelf life & storage Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light

Formulation focus

  • Immune Support

Industries

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Traditional systems: Medicinal mushrooms

Documentation

The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.

For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.