N-Acetyl- L-Cysteine (NAC)
| Product name: | N-Acetyl- L-Cysteine (NAC) |
| CAS NO: | 616-91-1 |
| Specification: | 98% |
| Molecular formula: | C5H9NO3S |
| Molecular weight: |
163.19 |
| Molecular structure: | ![]() |
| Appearance: | White crystalline powder |
| Use: | N-Acetyl- L-Cysteine (NAC) is the acetylated form of the amino acid L-cysteine. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mucolytic properties. NAC is converted to L-cysteine upon ingestion, which in turn is converted to glutathione, a powerful antioxidant. Free L-cysteine is easily oxidized in solution, promoting the formation of insoluble precipitate. In contrast, NAC is more stable and far less toxic than free L-cysteine, making it safer and more effective in raising cysteine levels in the body. |
