| Bioactivity | Ergothioneine, an imidazole-2-thione derivative of histidine betaine, is synthesized by certain bacteria and fungi. Ergothioneine is generally considered an antioxidant[1]. |
| Name | Ergothioneine |
| CAS | 497-30-3 |
| Formula | C9H15N3O2S |
| Molar Mass | 229.30 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | -20°C, sealed storage, away from moisture *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture) |