Description

Ectoine is a high-value, naturally occurring compatible solute renowned for its exceptional ability to protect biomolecules and cells against environmental stress. Its unique mechanism of action makes it a critical ingredient for stabilizing proteins, enzymes, and cellular structures under extreme conditions of heat, dryness, and salinity. This versatile compound is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology industries seeking to enhance product stability, efficacy, and shelf-life.

Application

• Cosmetic & Skincare Formulations: Acts as a powerful moisturizer and anti-aging agent, protecting skin cells from UV-induced damage, dehydration, and inflammation.
• Pharmaceutical Stabilizer: Used to stabilize therapeutic proteins, vaccines, and antibodies during production, storage, and transport, preventing aggregation and denaturation.
• Biotechnology & Enzyme Protection: Enhances the thermal stability and activity of enzymes and other labile biomolecules in diagnostic kits and industrial biocatalysis.
• Cell Culture Media Additive: Improves cell viability and productivity in challenging fermentation and mammalian cell culture processes.
• Medical Device Coatings: Incorporated into coatings for contact lenses or implants to improve biocompatibility and reduce inflammatory responses.
• Hair Care Products: Protects hair from heat styling and environmental damage while improving moisture retention and manageability.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ectoine
CAS No.	96702-03-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	142.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid; (S)-2-Methyl-1,4,5,6-tetrahydropyrimidine-4-carboxylic acid; L-Ectoine; (S)-Ectoine; Extremolyte; Tetrahydropyrimidine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ectoine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that specify purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality standards are designed to meet the rigorous requirements of cosmetic (ISO 22716) and pharmaceutical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	+38.0° to +42.0° (c=1 in H2O)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.