Description: Ectoin is a cyclic amino acid derivative obtained through fermentation technology. As an important substance for microorganism to survive in extreme environments, ectoin can effectively bind the surrounding water molecules and form a protective layer on the surface of cell membrane, to fully protect intracellular substance from UV light and high temperature, etc. Ectoin has remarkable moisturizing, soothing and repairing effects, and is widely used in various cosmetic formulations.

INCI Name: Ectoin

CAS No.: 96702-03-3

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Applications: essence, lotion, face cream, facial mask, cosmetic water, etc.

User guide: adding at low temperature after emulsification

Recommended dosage: 0.1%-5%

Shelf life: 24 months

Storage: stored in sealed and cool condition, at room temperature

Physical and chemical properties 

Items	Standard
Appearance	White or off-white powder or granules
Assay	≥ 98%.
pH	5.0~7.5
Transmittance	≥ 98%
Specific rotation	+139° ~ +145°
Chlorine	≤ 0.05%
Loss on drying	≤ 1.0%
Ignition residue	≤ 1.0%
Heavy metals	≤ 10.0 ppm
Pb	≤ 2.0 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 100 cfu/g
Molds and yeasts count	≤ 50 cfu/g
Thermophilic coliform	Negative
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa	Negative
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative

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