Ergothioneine
It is a naturally occurring antioxidant amino acid,
naturally occurring in L(left) and D(right) isomers, of which ergothioneine is usually present in the form of L-EGT.Humans cannot directly synthesize EGT on their own
and can only obtain it through diet. In common human food, especially edible fungi,
such as porcini mushroom, pleurotus griseus, shiitake mushroom, pleurotus eryngii, mushroom and so on
L-Ergothioneine 99%
CAS number 497-30-3
Molecular weight 229.299
Molecular formula C9H15N3O2S
Melting point 275-277ºC (dec.)
Place of Origin:China
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Function of L-Ergothioneine
1.Antioxidation
Ergothione has shown potential applications in several fields due to its powerful antioxidant capacity.
It is able to enter the mitochondria and nucleus and protect cells from oxidative damage by removing reactive oxygen species (ROS) through the transporter OCTN1.
In addition, ergothionein can also inhibit DNA damage, effectively protect against UV damage, protect cells, and prevent photoaging.
2.Cell protection and repair
Ergothioneine is a natural antioxidant and cell physiological protective agent with the ability to scavenge free radicals,reduce lipid peroxidation,
and promote the body's own antioxidant enzymes. It is able to activate the natural antioxidant defense system of cells,
is highly protective of cells and non-toxic.
3.Whitening and sun protection
Ergothione is increasingly used in cosmetics because it can block pigment formation and deposition, thus achieving skin whitening effects.
In addition, ergothione can act as a physiological filter for ultraviolet light because it has an absorption wavelength similar to DNA,
which can reduce the formation of reactive oxygen species and protect cells from radiation damage.
4.Other physiological functions
Ergothionein also has the functions of anti-inflammatory, acne removal, regulation of cellular REDOX reaction and so on.
It can participate in the regulation of energy in cells and is a physiological protective agent of cells. In addition, ergothione can also chelate heavy metal ions,
so that the body's red blood cells from free radical damage.
Application Field
1.Cosmetics industry
In the field of cosmetics, ergothioneine is considered to be a very potential anti-aging ingredient. The United States and Europe regard
it as a fifth-generation antioxidant, and it is widely used in all kinds of big-name cosmetics. Since 2014,
EGT has been listed in the catalogue of cosmetic raw materials by the State Food and Drug Administration.
The European Union has also approved the scope of use of L-EGT as a new food ingredient.
2.Food and functional foods
In the field of food and functional foods, ergothioneine can be used in dietary supplements, beverages,
cereal bars and other common foods.It also has a good food preservation effect, and can slow the Browning process of food.
3.Medicine and biotechnology
In the field of medicine and biotechnology, ergothioneine has a wide range of applications in organ transplantation and cell preservation.
It is also highly protective of cells and non-toxic, which has become a research hotspot.
