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497-30-3
L-(+)-Ergothioneine
(2S)-3-(2-sulfanylidene-1,3-dihydroimidazol-4-yl)-2-(trimethylazaniumyl)propanoate
C9H15N3O2S
MW = 229.30 g/mol
Technical Data
| C9H15N3O2S | |
|---|---|
| MW = 229.30 g/mol | |
| White Solid | |
| Melting point = 275-277°C (dec.) |
Storage Shipping
| H303 - May be harmful if swallowed | |
|---|---|
| P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood | |
| P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. | |
| Store at -20°C, ship at ambient temperature |
Description
L-(+)-Ergothioneine; CAS 497-30-3 is an antioxidant and free radical scanner that is an ingredient of cosmetic skincare products due to its skin anti-ageing properties. It is a naturally occurring amino acid derivative that is found in only a handful of natural sources including some kinds of mushrooms and certain bacteria. Cosmetic products containing Ergothioneine are very popular in China, FB Pharmtech are able to provide GMP grade material at Mt quantity at a competitive price.