Synonyms: LNAC; NAC
Formula: HSCH2CH(NHCOCH3)CO2H
Formula Weight: 163.19
CAS No.: 616-91-1
Purity: ≥99% (TLC)
Storage Temperature: 2-8°C
Biochem/physiol Actions: Antioxidant and mucolytic agent. Increases cellular pools of free radical scavengers. Reported to prevent apoptosis in neuronal cells but induce apoptosis in smooth muscle cells. Inhibits HIV replication. May serve as a substrate for microsomal glutathione transferase.
Packaging: 1 kg in poly bottle
Packaging: 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 500 g in poly bottle
Assay: ≥99% (TLC)
Form: powder
Grade: Sigma Grade
MP: 106-108°C(lit.)
Solubility: H2O: soluble100 mg/mL (with heating)
Storage Temp.: 2-8°C