Synonyms: S-(2-Boronoethyl)-L-cysteine; S-(2-Boronoethyl)-L-cysteine hydrochloride
Molecular Formula: C5H12BNO4S · xHCl
Linear Structural Formula: C5H12BNO4S · xHCl
Purity: >=98% (HPLC)
Storage: -20C
Biochem Physiol Actions: BEC is a boronic analog of L-arginine, and L-cysteine. It competitively inhibits both arginase I and II. BEC does not directly affect nitric oxide synthase.