- Product Name:Ectoine
- INCI Name:ECTOIN
- CAS NO.:96702-03-3
- MF: C6H10N2O2
- MW: 142.16
- Melting Point:~280°
- Boiling Point:381.5±35.0 °C(Predicted)
- Function: Moisturizing and Soothing
Product Name | (Ectoine) (S)-1,4,5,6-Tetrahydro-2-methyl-4-pyrimidinecarboxylic acid |
CAS NO | 96702-03-3 |
Test items | Standards |
Appearance |
White powder |
Assay(HPLC) |
≥98.0% |
Loss on drying |
≤2.0% |
Specific Rotation |
+139 °~+145 ° |
Residue on ignition |
≤0. 1% |
PH |
6.0~8.0 |
Heavy metal arsenic(ICP) |
≤2ppm |
Colony count |
≤1000CFU/g |
Salmonella |
Not detected |
Escherichia coli |
Not detected |
Staphylococcus |
Not detected |
Use in cosmetics
- Ectoine (CAS No 96702-03-3) is increasingly used as a key cosmetic ingredient in skincare and sun protection products. Its primary functions include moisturizing and repairing the skin by stabilizing proteins and cellular structures. Additionally, it provides protection against environmental stressors such as UV radiation and dryness.
Recommended dosage of Ectoine in cosmetics
0.5–2%
Compatibility suggestion of Ectoine
With good water solubility and good stability in aqueous solution, Ectoin (CAS No 96702-03-3) can be prepared together with other cosmetic ingredients.
Precautions of Ectoine
It is recommended that the operating temperature of the preparation process of Ectoin (CAS No 96702-03-3) be lower than 45 °C.
Storage
Store the product of Ectoine desiccated at room temperature, away from direct sunlight
Shelf life
Shelf life of Ectoine is 24 months.
Packaging of Ectoine
Two layers of LDPE bags, one layer of Foil pouches, packed in carton or drum according to the quantity.
Packing specification can be customized from gram to kg
Regular packaging: 500g/bag or bottle, 1kg/carton, 10kg/carton, 25kg/drum
Delivery of Ectoine
Shipment term can be by air, by sea, or by express.
Sample and products in small quantity can be delivered by DHL, Fedex,UPS..
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