Ectoine

SKU: orb1303265

Description

Ectoine (L-Ectoine) is a compatible solute that functions as a potent osmoprotectant across diverse bacteria, from halophiles to Streptomyces and E. coli. It is widely used in research to study microbial stress adaptation, protein stabilization in vitro, and cellular protection mechanisms in vivo.

Research Area

Infectious Disease & Virology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 96702-03-3
• MW: 142.16
• Purity: 99.98% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₆H₁₀N₂O₂
• SMILES: C(O)(=O)[C@H]1NC(C)=NCC1
• Target: Antibacterial
• Solubility: H2O:10 mM;DMSO:Insoluble

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Ectoine, L-Ectoine, osmoregulatory, cell protectant, Bacterial, amino acid derivate, THP(B)

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

126041