L-Hercynine

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SKU:: 453310
Molecular Weight:: 197.23
Purity:: ≥97% (HPLC)
Storage Conditions:: -20°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 534-30-5
Format:: White to off-white solid
Extra Details:: L-Hercynine is a precursor of L-(+)-Ergothioneine; a natural molecule isolated from the rye ergot fungus and later identified in rat erythrocytes and liver and in numerous other animal tissues. Its antioxidizing properties may afford the compound therapeutic potential or it may be used as a food additive or in cosmetics. Synonyms: (S)-3-(1H-Imidazol-5-yl)-2-(trimethylammonio)propanoate; (S)-α-Carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-1H- imidazole-4-ethanaminium Inner Salt; L-(1-Carboxy-2-imidazol-4-ylethyl)trimethylammonium Hydroxide Inner Salt; Histidine-betaine; α-N,N,N-Trimethylhistidine CAS No: 534-30-5 Molecular Formula: C9H15N3O2 Molecular Weight: 197.23 Appearance: White to off-white solid Purity: ≥97% (HPLC) NMR, MS: Conforms to reference Elemental Analysis: %C: 52.95, %H: 7.71, %N: 20.21 Solubility: Methanol (Slightly), Water (Slightly) Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. Hygroscopic. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.