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Chemical available in other sizes
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Stock availability
In Stock
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Cas number
497-30-3
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Chemical s molecular weight
229.3
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Chemical s main applications
L-Ergothionine is a natural molecule isolated from the rye ergot fungus and later identified in rat erythrocytes and liver and in numerous other animal tissues. Its antioxidizing properties may afford the compound therapeutic potential or it may be used as a food additive or in cosmetics.
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Chemical s category
Heterocycles, Pharmaceuticals, Intermediates & Fine Chemicals, Sulfur & Selenium Compounds
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Other name
(αS)-α-Carboxy-2,3-dihydro-N,N,N-trimethyl-2-thioxo-1H-imidazole-4-ethanaminium Inner Salt; 2-Mercaptohistidine Betaine; NSC 7175; 2-Mercapto-N,N-dimethylhistidine Methyl Ester Betaine; 2-Mercapto-histidine; Sympectothion; Thiasine; Thioneine; Thiotane;
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Chemical s formula
C9H15N3O2S
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Physical properties
White to Off-White Solid
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Melting temperature
>225°C (dec.)
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Boiling temperature
No Data Available
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Chemical s soluble in
Methanol, Water (1g/5ml at 25°C)
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Stability conditions
No Data Available
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Storage
Hygroscopic, -20˚C Freezer, Under Inert Atmosphere
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