N-Acetyl-L-cysteine
Acetylcysteine (NAC) is a mucolytic agent and reactive oxygen species (ROS) inhibitor used in research. It is applied in studies of apoptosis, respiratory diseases, and antiviral mechanisms, with utility in both in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
616-91-1
Product Name Alternative
N-Acetylcysteine; NAC; NSC-111180
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Neuroscience
Purity
>98%
Bioactivity
Antioxidant
Form
Powder
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (up to 50 mg/ml with warming), or in Water (up to 30 mg/ml) .
Smiles
[C@@H] (NC (C) =O) (C (O) =O) CS
Molecular Formula
C5H9NO3S
Molecular Weight
163.2
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
Other Product Names
(R) -2-Acetamido-3-mercaptopropanoic acid
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