L-Ergothioneine is a naturally occurring amino acid with powerful antioxidant properties. It is a unique thioimidazole amino acid found in nature mainly in fungi, bacteria and some plants. Ergothioneine is a naturally occurring compound with a wide range of biological activities, and its powerful antioxidant capacity and protective effects on the skin have brought it much attention in the field of cosmetics and nutraceuticals. With the deepening of research, ergothioneine’s application in the field of medicine is becoming more and more promising.
Specification of L-Ergothioneine:
Property
Ergothioneine (L-Ergothioneine)
Other names
2-Thio-3,4-dihydro-β-alanine-β-hydroxyethyl amide
CAS number
497-30-3
Molecular formula
C₉H₁₅N₃O₂S
Molecular weight
229.298 g/mol
Appearance
White or light yellow crystalline powder
Solubility
Easily soluble in water
Source
Fungi, bacteria, and some plants (such as mushrooms, seaweed, wheat germ)
Cosmetics (creams, serums, etc.), health supplements, pharmaceuticals
Advantages
High safety, good stability, good water solubility
Item
Specification
Result
Assay
NLT 99%
99.10%
Appearance
White fine powder
Conform
Odor
Characteristic
Conform
Mesh Size
100% pass 80 mesh
Conform
Ash Content
NMT 5.0%
1.22%
Loss on Drying
NMT 5.0%
1.62%
Heavy metal analysis and microbiological analysis:
Item
Specification
Result
Chemical Control
Lead
NMT 2 ppm
Conform
Cadmium
NMT 1 ppm
Conform
Mercury
NMT 1 ppm
Conform
Arsenic
NMT 2 ppm
Conform
Microbiological Tests
Total Plate Count
NMT 1000 cfu/mg
Conform
Yeast & Mold
NMT 25 cfu/mg
Conform
E. coli
NMT 40 MPN/100g
Conform
Staphylococcus
Negative
Conform
Conclusion
Product Conforms to Specifications
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