Chondroitin Sulfate

Detailed Product Description

Chondroitin Sulfate
Synonyms:Poly--1(2/3)-N-acetyl-2-amino-2-deoxy-3-O-beta-D-glucopyranurosyl-4-(6)sulfonyl-D-galactose
Molecular formula: (C14H21NO14S)n
Molecular weight : 0. 1 ~ 0. 3 x10 6 Da
C.A.S number : 9007-28-7
Assay: ≥85%,90%,95%
teristic: White or off-white powder
Solubility: Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol.
Function and Usage:
Chondroitin sulfate is an important structural component of cartilage and provides much of its resistance to compression. Along with glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate has become a widely used dietary supplement for treatment of osteoarthritis.
Chondroitin sulfate also can be used in the treatment of neuropathic pain, arthritis, tinnitus and promote ulcer healing and prevention of high blood cholesterol. 
 

Test Items	Specifications	Result
Appearance	Off-White Powder	Complies
Optical Rotation	(12°) ~ (-20°)	18.0°
Assay	≥90%	90.8%
Loss on drying	10%	9.7%
Protein	≤6.0%	3.0%
Residue on Ignition	20.0%~30.0%	25.1%
Chlorides	≤0.50%	0.42%
Sulphates	≤0.24%	0.18%
Heavy Metals	≤20ppm	Complies
Arsenic	1ppm	Complies
PH (1% Solution)	5.5 7.5	6.4
Total plate count	1,000cfu/g	Complies
Yeast & Mold	100cfu/g	Complies
E. Coli	Negative	Negative
Salmonella	Negative	Negative
Conclusion	USP standard                       Complies
Shelf Life	Three Years