Ergoneine® is a branded ingredient based on synthetic L-(+)-ergothioneine, a naturally occurring sulfur-containing amino acid derivative. Ergothioneine has been identified in foods such as mushrooms and certain grains and legumes. It has attracted scientific interest because of its chemical properties and its role in antioxidant-related biological processes.
L-Ergothioneine has the molecular formula C₉H₁₅N₃O₂S and a molecular weight of approximately 229.30 g/mol. Its chemical identity and quality characteristics should be confirmed using the product's current technical documentation and batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (CoA).
L-Ergothioneine is a sulfur-containing derivative related to the amino acid histidine. It is distinct from common vitamins and conventional amino acid ingredients. Its biological transport and distribution have been studied, contributing to interest in its potential use in specialized nutritional and personal-care formulations.
Although ergothioneine is naturally present in selected foods, commercial ingredients can be produced using different manufacturing processes. Ergoneine® is associated with a synthetic preparation, so its production source and identity should not be confused with extracts obtained directly from mushrooms or other botanical materials.
The evaluated Ergoneine® preparation is described in EFSA's scientific assessment as a high-purity white powder. The published specifications include chemical purity, optical rotation, identification, residual solvents, loss on drying, impurities, heavy metals, and microbiological parameters.
These specifications relate to the preparation assessed in that evaluation. Before applying them to a commercial listing, confirm that the product being offered matches the same ingredient identity, manufacturing process, and approved specification. Product appearance, assay, impurity profile, storage conditions, and packaging should be taken from the current supplier documentation.
L-Ergothioneine is of interest to developers of selected nutritional supplements, functional foods, and cosmetic formulations. Its suitability for a particular application depends on the grade, intended route of use, formulation conditions, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Scientific research into antioxidant activity does not automatically establish a health benefit for every finished product. Marketing claims should be supported by appropriate evidence and comply with the rules of the destination market. Ingredient use levels should likewise be determined from the relevant product authorization, technical dossier, and formulation requirements rather than from generic online recommendations.
Buyers should request the latest technical data sheet, batch-specific CoA, identity and assay methods, residual-solvent data where relevant, contaminant results, microbiological testing, storage conditions, and regulatory documentation. Additional information may be required for food, supplement, or cosmetic applications.
Numeric specification limits should be published only when they are confirmed for the exact commercial grade. A specification from an EFSA assessment or another supplier must not automatically be treated as the guaranteed specification of every product sold under a similar name.
Mediocon Inc. provides product information and sourcing support for specialized ingredients. Customers interested in Ergoneine® should confirm the brand, exact grade, purity, available quantity, packaging, documentation, and suitability for the intended application before placing an order.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Loss on Drying | < 0.5% |
| Heavy Metals | < 3 ppm |
Mediocon Inc is a GMP-certified API manufacturer and bulk pharmaceutical ingredient supplier based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. We specialise in supplying Ergoneine® L-Ergothioneine Manufacturer in India | Mediocon Inc. (CAS 497-30-3) and over 1,000 other Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, excipients, herbal extracts, and nutraceutical ingredients to pharmaceutical manufacturers worldwide.
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