ε-Polylysine Hydrochloride
ε-Polylysine hydrochloride is a polyamino acid, a pale yellow to white powder with highly effective, broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties. It can effectively inhibit the growth of Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, molds, and other microorganisms.
Categories: Bio-fermentation preservatives, ε-Polylysine HCI
Description
CAS Number: 28211-04-3
Product Characteristics:
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity: Effectively inhibits the growth of Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, yeasts, molds, viruses, and other microorganisms.
- Good heat stability: It does not decompose under high-temperature conditions (121°C for 30 minutes).
- Strong water solubility: Easily soluble in water, with a maximum solubility of at least 500 g/L.
- Wide pH range: It exhibits strong antibacterial activity under conditions ranging from pH 2 to pH 9.
- Synergistic effects: Can be used in combination with other food additives (such as acetic acid, ethanol, glycine, etc.) to enhance its antimicrobial effect.
- High safety: After ingestion, ε-polylysine hydrochloride is degraded into lysine nutrients, which are absorbed and utilized by the body.