| Bioactivity | Ectoine is a natural cell protectant, an amino acid derivate produced by bacteria living under extremely harsh environmental conditions. Ectoine serves as an osmoregulatory compatible solute, increasing the hydration of the skin surface and stabilizing lipid layers, which is useful in skincare. Ectoine demonstrates a good safety profile for the treatment of allergic rhinitis[1][2]. |
| Invitro | Ectoine (0-5% (w/v); 0-24 h; human erythrocytes) protects the cells from damage caused by SDS treatment[1]. |
| Name | Ectoine |
| CAS | 96702-03-3 |
| Formula | C6H10N2O2 |
| Molar Mass | 142.16 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |