Product Introduction

Ergothioneine (L(+)-Ergothioneine, EGT, 2-thiohistidine trimethylbetaine, CAS No.: 497-30-3) is a naturally occurring histidine derivative. It is a white crystalline powder with strong antioxidant and cell-protective effects. It is mainly used in cosmetics for antioxidant and anti-aging purposes, and can also be used in food, health supplements, and as a research analytical reagent.

Basic Information

Product Name: Ergothioneine

CAS No.: 497-30-3

Molecular Formula: C9H15N3O2S

Molecular Weight: 229.3

EINECS No.: 207-843-5

HS Code: 2933299090

Aliases: L(+)-Ergothioneine, EGT, 2-thiohistidine trimethylbetaine

Structural Formula:

Product Advantages

- Strong antioxidant activity, can scavenge free radicals

- Has cell-protective effects

- Can be used in antioxidant, anti-aging, and whitening formulas

- Naturally occurring histidine derivative

- Purity not less than \(98\%\)

- Easily soluble in water, good formula compatibility

- Suitable for cosmetics, food, health supplements, and research applications

 Industry Applications

 Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry

- Antioxidant skincare products

- Anti-aging skincare products

- Whitening skincare products

-Cell-protective formulas

Food and Health Supplement Industry

- Antioxidant additives

- Functional food ingredients

Research and Fine Chemical Field

- Analytical reagent

- Cell protectant

- Raw material for R&D experiments

 Technical Indicators

Packaging and Storage

Packaging Specification: 25 kg

Storage Conditions: Sealed, protected from light, dry, and cool place, avoid direct sunlight. For long-term storage, minus 20 degrees Celsius is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is Ergothioneine mainly used for?

A: It is mainly used for antioxidant, anti-aging, and whitening in cosmetics, and can also be used in food, health supplements, and as a research analytical reagent.

Q2: Is it easily soluble in water?

A: Yes, it is easily soluble in water, approximately 50 mg/mL.

Q3: What is the product purity?

A: The standard product purity is not less than \(98\%\).

Q4: How should the product be stored?

A: It is recommended to store it sealed, protected from light, dry, and in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight. For long-term storage, minus 20 degrees Celsius is recommended.