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L-Cysteine

Product #: TL0698
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l  General Information

Product Name

L-Cysteine

Synonym

(R)-2-Amino-3-mercaptopropionic acid

Assay

98.0  – 101.0%

CAS Number

52-90-4

Formula

C3H7NO2S

Molecular Weight

121.16

Suitability

BioReagent, suitable for cell culture, etc.

l  Physical and Chemical Information

Appearance

White crystals

l  Biological Information

Biochem/Physiol   Actions

Cysteine is a non-essential sulfur-containing amino acid in humans, related to cystine, Cysteine is important for protein synthesis, detoxification, and diverse metabolic functions. Found in beta keratin, the main protein in nails, skin, and hair, Cysteine is important in collagen production, as well as skin elasticity and texture. Also required in the manufacture of amino acid taurine, Cysteine is a component of the antioxidant glutathione, and plays a role in the metabolism of essential biochemicals such as coenzyme A, heparin, and biotin.

l  Packaging & Storage

Packaging

5g

Storage temp.

0-5℃

l  Precautions and Disclaimer

This   product is for R&D use only, not for drug, household, or other uses.

l  References

1.    http://www.drugbank.ca

2.    https://ncit.nci.nih.gov

3.    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

 


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