Ergothioneine is an imidazole-2-thione derivative of histidine betaine, generally considered as an antioxidant. Ergothioneine is a specific inhibitor of p38-MAPK and Akt, which plays a protective role in cell apoptosis induced by stress. Ergothioneine has antioxidant activity.
Molecular Weight:
229.3
Purity:
100.0%
CAS Number:
[497-30-3]
Formula:
C9H15N3O2S
Target:
Metabolite/Endogenous Metabolite
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