| Synonym(s): |
N-Acetylcysteine; N-Acetyl-L-cysteine; NAC |
| Description: |
Acetylcysteine (N-Acetylcysteine) functions as a mucolytic agent, reducing mucus thickness. It acts as a ROS inhibitor and serves as a precursor to cysteine. Acetylcysteine prevents hemin-induced ferroptosis by neutralizing toxic lipids produced through the arachidonate-dependent activity of 5-lipoxygenases. Additionally, it induces cell apoptosis and exhibits anti-influenza virus properties. |
| Purity: |
0.9944 |
| Shipping: |
Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage: |
4°C, protect from light
In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |
| CAS No.: |
616-91-1 |
| Molecular Weight: |
163.19 |
| Formula: |
C5H9NO3S |
| Appearance: |
Solid |
| Color: |
White to off-white |
| SMILES: |
SC[C@@H](C(O)=O)NC(C)=O |
| Structure Classification: |
Ketones, Aldehydes, Acids |
| Initial Source: |
Microorganisms Endogenous metabolite |
