Plamed Green Science - Ergothioneine (EGT) - 497-30-3

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Antioxidant Properties,
Skin Whitening
Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Natural,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefits: Anti-oxidation - Ergothioneine has anti-oxidation ability. Under the condition of continuous ultraviolet irradiation for 18 hours, 70% of the cells are still reductive, because of ergothioneine’s exist. Ergothioneine inhibits lipid per-oxidation, prevents the production of active oxides, and reduces the apoptosis of irradiated cells. Thereby it can prevent skin aging and effectively improve fine lines and wrinkles. A study use emulsion containing 2.0% EGT once a day for 4 weeks. As a result, the participant’s skin wrinkles reduce significantly, and the skin becomes more bright. Show as following picture.

Sun Protection - In the ultraviolet absorption range, ergothioneine has an absorption wavelength similar to that of DNA, with a molar extinction coefficient of 1.4*104 M-1 cm-1, λmax257. It can decrease the formation of reactive oxygen species and protect skin cells from UV-radiation damage. Therefore, ergothioneine can be used as a physiological filter of ultraviolet rays; it can avoid the damage caused by ultraviolet rays to the skin. In a word, ergothioneine is a very effective sunscreen ingredient.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Skin Care
Application Format: Creams,
Essence,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Masks,
Rinse Off,
Serum
Skin Care Applications: Essence,
Face Cream,
Face Lotion,
Facial Mask,
Skin Brightening Products,
Skin Serums,
Skin Toners
Source: In 1909, ergothioneine was first discovered in Claviceps purpurea. Later, it was also found in animals’ organ. At present, there are three main sources of ergothioneine. They are chemical synthesis, biosynthesis, and animal and plant extraction. Microorganisms such as spirulina, ascomycetes, mycobacteria, and basidiomycetes can bio-synthesize ergothioneine. At the same time, ergothioine is also present in the fruiting bodies of edible fungi, such as bisporus, oyster mushroom. Nowadays, biosynthesis is mostly used for large-scale production of ergothioneine. Ergothioneine produced by this method has high purity and few impurities.

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight	229.3	g/mol	-
Specification	99	%	-
Assay (on dry basis, L- Ergothioneine)	min. 98	%	-
Appearance	Off-white to white crystalline powder	-	-
Odor and taste	Strong and characteristic	-	-

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Safety: CTFAhas recognized ERGOTHIONEINE as a raw material for cosmetics;

The International Catalog of Chinese Cosmetic Raw Materials Standardsin 2010 issued by ERGOTHIONEINE.

On the Announcement of Name List of Cosmetics Raw Materialpublished by CFDA in 2021 both include ERGOTHIONEINE. There are no reports indicating that ERGOTHIONEINE is unsafe for external use.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Bags
Packaging: 10g/bag, 100g/bag, 1kg/bag.

Minimal Package - 10G

Minimal Order Quantity - 10G

Storage & Handling

Storage: Stored in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight and oxidizing agents.

Plamed Green Science Group Ergothioneine (EGT)