L-Ergothioneine (XJY-EGT 99%)
CAS# 497-30-3
L-Ergothioneine (EGT) is a rare natural chiral amino acid strong antioxidant, easily soluble in water, and is the only natural 2-thioimidazole amino acid found so far.
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L-Ergothioneine (EGT) is a sulfur-containing histidine derivative, natural antioxidant derived from microorganisms, especially in edible mushrooms which has been used in the food and cosmetics industries.
It was first discovered in 1909 by French pharmacists Charles Tanret while investigating ergot fungiIt (Claviceps purpurea). It is also in human tissues and organs, but the human body cannot synthesize this substance by itself.
Hygieia Ergothioneine is manufactured by fermentation with high purity up to 99%.
Product Detail
| Product name | Ergothioneine |
| Synonyms | L-Ergothioneine (EGT) |
| CAS Number | 497-30-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H15N3O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 229.30 |
| Appearance/color | White to off-white power |
| Specifications | >99% |
| Solubility | soluble in water |
| Stability | Sealed package, stored at cool, dry and away from light |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
Overview of some of the effects of ergothioneine in mammalian systems
Irina Borodina, Louise C. Kenny, Cathal M. McCarthy, et al. (December 2020). The biology of ergothioneine, an antioxidant nutraceutical. Nutrition Research Reviews , Volume 33 , Issue 2, pp. 190 - 217. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/S0954422419000301
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