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Thermo Scientific Chemicals L-Cysteine, 99+%
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Quantity:
5 g
25 g
100 g
500 g
Packaging:
Glass Bottle
Plastic Bottle
Description
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General Description
- L-Cysteine is an essential amino acid and is one of the building blocks required for the synthesis of proteins
- This compound participates in the glutathione antioxidant system and iron-sulfur clusters
Applications
- It plays a role in the production of flavors such as meat flavor obtained by reacting with sugars
- This compound is also applied to the cleavage of disulfide bonds in keratin, the main protein in nails, skin, and hair
- In chemical research, it is used as a crucial raw material in the manufacture of N-acetyl-L-cysteine, S-carboxymethyl-L-cysteine, and L-cysteine base
- L-Cysteine is a component of the antioxidant glutathione and has been shown to be involved in the metabolism of essential biochemicals such as coenzyme A, heparin, and biotin
- In vitro studies demonstrated that this compound can neutralize the activity of acetaminophen. In addition, due to its antioxidant activity this compound can protect the nervous system.
- This compound can also bind to several metal cofactors in enzymes
Specifications
Specifications
Ammonium | 1000ppm max. |
pH | 4.5 to 6 (2.5% aq. soln.) |
Color | White |
Chlorine (Cl) | 400ppm max. |
Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 10ppm max. |
Assay Percent Range | 98+% |
Infrared Spectrum | Authentic |
Linear Formula | HSCH2CH(NH2)CO2H |
Loss on Drying | 0.5% max. (105°C, 3 hrs) |
Packaging | Glass Bottle |
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Safety and Handling
Product Identifier
- L-Cysteine
RUO – Research Use Only
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