Ergothioneine
Alias
1H-Imidazole-4-ethanaminium, alpha-carboxy-2,3-dihydro-N,N,N-trimethyl-2-thioxo-, hydroxide, inner salt, (S)-
Category
Zwitterionic surfactants-Amino carboxylic acid
CAS No.
497-30-3
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C9H15N3SO2
Molecular Weight: 229.30
Structural Formula
Properties
Appearance: solid.
Solubility: soluble in water.
Stability: stable. easily oxidized.
Risk: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
Ecology: May be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability: Biodegradable.
Characteristics: excellent anti-oxidizing, dispersing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality standards & test methods
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physical and chemical indexes
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actives, %，≥
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95
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Major Uses
Use as antioxidant.
Antioxidant in personal care products.
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