Audited Supplier
B23
616-91-1
C5h9no3s
/
Foil Bag
Keep in a Cool, Dry, Dark Location
2 Years
Amino Acid
Chemosynthesis
＞90%
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine
Pharmaceutical/Food/Cosmetic Grade
99%
White Powder
100g
Available
Available
Adult
Neuroprotective Effects
/
Foil Bag
99
China
Product Description
| Product Name | N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| CAS NO. | 616-91-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9NO3S |
| Storage | Keep in a cool, dry, dark location |
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine, commonly abbreviated as NAC, is an amino acid derivative formed by the acetylation of the thiol group of L-cysteine. It is a white crystalline powder with a characteristic odor and is soluble in water and ethanol. NAC possesses multiple biological activities, including antioxidant, mucolytic, and immunomodulatory properties.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: NAC is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as a mucolytic agent to treat respiratory conditions associated with excessive mucus production.
- Antioxidant Therapy: It is also employed as an antioxidant to protect cells from oxidative stress and damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS).
- Research and Development: NAC is a valuable tool in research settings, particularly in neuroscience, where it is studied for its neuroprotective effects and potential in treating neurodegenerative diseases.
- Mucolytic Activity: NAC breaks down the disulfide bonds in mucus, making it less viscous and easier to clear from the respiratory tract.
- Antioxidant Properties: It scavenges free radicals and reactive oxygen species, thereby reducing oxidative stress and protecting cells from damage.
- Immunomodulatory Effects: NAC modulates immune responses by affecting the production of cytokines and other immune mediators, potentially reducing inflammation and improving immune function.
