Acetylcystine
Acetylcystine is a sulfur-containing cysteine derivative used in biochemical, analytical and formulation research involving thiol-disulfide chemistry, redox behaviour and glutathione-linked pathways. Risks may include irritation, gastrointestinal discomfort or hypersensitivity depending on specification and exposure. Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
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Product Description
Mechanism of Action
Acetylcystine is treated as a sulfur-containing cysteine derivative for pharmaceutical and biochemical applications. Related acetylated cysteine compounds are used to investigate thiol-disulfide chemistry, mucus rheology, antioxidant systems and glutathione-linked pathways.
Benefits and Advantages
The compound is relevant for analytical reference work, formulation development, redox chemistry studies and comparison of sulfur-containing amino acid derivatives. Its functionality supports studies where solubility, stability and interaction with oxidising or reducing environments are important.
Side Effects and Risks
Exposure may cause irritation of the skin, eyes or respiratory tract, and sulfur-containing compounds may produce gastrointestinal discomfort or hypersensitivity reactions depending on the exact material and route. Identity, purity and specification should be confirmed before any regulated application.
Professional use only. Supplied exclusively for qualified pharmaceutical, analytical or laboratory environments.
Only GMP materials will be supplied, logistics all according to GDP.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C5H9NO3S |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 163.20 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 616-91-1 |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water; soluble in ethanol; solubility depends on solvent and conditions. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | Acetylcysteine; N-Acetyl-L-cysteine; N-acetylcysteine; NAC; N-acetyl-L-cysteine |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | (2R)-2-acetamido-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid |
| InChl Key | PWKSKIMOESPYIA-BYPYZUCNSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C5H9NO3S/c1-3(7)6-4(2-10)5(8)9/h4,10H,2H2,1H3,(H,6,7)(H,8,9)/t4-/m0/s1 |
| References | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/12035; small-molecule |
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