L-Ergothioneine(EGT)

Name: L-(+)-Ergothioneine
CAS Number: 497-30-3
Appearance: White or off-white crystalline powder
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₅N₃O₂S
Molecular Weight: 229.3
EINECS Number: 207-843-5
Specific Rotation: ≥ +122°
Purity (HPLC): ≥ 99.0%

Description

Ergothioneine (L-Ergothioneine, EGT) is a rare natural chiral amino acid. Ergothioneine is primarily derived from plants such as mushrooms, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and certain bacteria. It cannot be synthesized by the animal body itself and can only be obtained from food, accumulating in tissues and cells.

Since its discovery in animal organs and tissues, scientists have conducted extensive research. They have found that ergothioneine can effectively scavenge free radicals that cause skin aging, protect cell membranes and mitochondrial membranes from oxidative damage, shield cells, and provide resistance against UV radiation, among other functions. Consequently, it holds broad application prospects in industries such as food, cosmetics, functional foods, and biomedicine.

Properties:

  • Melting Point: 275-277°C (dec.)
  • Density: 1.2541 (rough estimate)
  • Refractive Index: 1.6740 (estimate)
  • Storage Conditions: Store sealed, protected from light, in a cool and dry place.

Main Functions/Efficacy:

  • Antioxidant: Activates the cell’s natural antioxidant defense system and scavenges free radicals.
  • Anti-aging: Protects DNA telomere length.
  • Whitening: Inhibits melanin formation and deposition, whitening the skin.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Reduces the production of inflammatory factors.

Applications:
Cosmetics (Skincare products such as masks, creams, serums, etc.), Food, Health Supplements

Product Features:

  1. Derived from patented strain fermentation (greener and safer).
  2. Multiple processes (natural fermentation, enzymatic synthesis, engineered bacterial fermentation) meet diverse market needs.
  3. Formulations: 0.3%, 1%. Custom concentrations available.

Product Specifications:

Content State Packaging Specification
0.3% Powder 1kg*10 bags/carton
1% Powder 1kg*10 bags/carton
98% Powder 1kg*10 bags/carton