Product Name Epsilon-Polylysine EP
Chemical name ε-polylysine (ε-PL)
CAS 28211-04-3
Molecular formula C8H18N2O
Molecular weight 158.24132
Appearance White Powder

Epsilon-Polylysine is a natural isomorphic polymer of lysine, composed of ε-amidogen and α-carboxyl of another lysine connected by peptide bond. Among all existing natural preservatives, ε-PL enjoys excellent antiseptic property and great commercial potential, known for a wide antibacterial spectrum, high safety performance, admirable thermostability and convenient use. By far, ε-PL has been applied to rice, box lunch, cake, household cooking, soy sauce, spice and vegetable washing liquid, etc. ε-PL obtained FDA license in 2003 and is expected of further development in the coming years. In addition, ε-PL is known for good water solubility, biodegradability, agreeable flavor and no harm to human body and the environment. ε-PL and its derivatives allow a wide range of applications including food preservative agent, emulsifier, dietary agent, biodegradable fiber, high-perfomance hydrogel, drug carrier, anticarcinogen and biochip coating.

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CAS#28211-04-3, Epsilon-Polylysine, C8H18N2O
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