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Cysteamine (CAS 60-23-1)

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Alternate Names:
β-MEA; β-Mercaptoethylamine; 2-Aminoethanethiol; 2-Mercaptoethylamine; Decarboxycysteine; MEA; Thioethanolamine
CAS Number:
60-23-1
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
77.15
Molecular Formula:
C2H7NS
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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Cysteamine is a sulfur-containing compound that plays a pivotal role in various biochemical pathways, particularly in the synthesis of coenzyme A, a critical molecule in numerous enzymatic processes. Its mechanism of action revolves around its ability to participate in redox reactions, acting as a powerful reducing agent. This property is for its involvement in the metabolism of amino acids and the detoxification of harmful substances within cells. In research applications, cysteamine has been extensively studied for its ability to modulate levels of glutathione, an essential antioxidant that protects cells from oxidative stress. This modulation is of interest in the exploration of mechanisms to mitigate oxidative damage and maintain cellular homeostasis. Furthermore, cysteamine′s ability to influence cystine levels in lysosomes has made it a subject of study in investigations into the cellular and molecular bases of certain cellular dysfunctions, highlighting its importance in advancing understanding of cellular processes and potential therapeutic targets.


Cysteamine (CAS 60-23-1) References

  1. Mechanisms for the cytotoxicity of cysteamine.  |  Jeitner, TM. and Lawrence, DA. 2001. Toxicol Sci. 63: 57-64. PMID: 11509744
  2. Cysteamine Enhances Biofilm Eradication Efficacy of Calcium Hydroxide.  |  Guo, W., et al. 2016. J Endod. 42: 742-6. PMID: 26951960
  3. Metabolic interactions between cysteamine and epigallocatechin gallate.  |  Izzo, V., et al. 2017. Cell Cycle. 16: 271-279. PMID: 28059601
  4. Cysteamine-mediated clearance of antibiotic-resistant pathogens in human cystic fibrosis macrophages.  |  Shrestha, CL., et al. 2017. PLoS One. 12: e0186169. PMID: 28982193
  5. Cysteamine Protects Neurons from Mutant Huntingtin Toxicity.  |  Arbez, N., et al. 2019. J Huntingtons Dis. 8: 129-143. PMID: 30856117
  6. Cysteamine assay for the evaluation of bioactive electrophiles.  |  Novák, D., et al. 2021. Free Radic Biol Med. 164: 381-389. PMID: 33429019
  7. Lab-on-a-disc for ultrafast plasmonic assay of cysteamine.  |  Karmacharya, M., et al. 2021. Biosens Bioelectron. 194: 113584. PMID: 34474276
  8. Cysteamine Decreases Low-Density Lipoprotein Oxidation, Causes Regression of Atherosclerosis, and Improves Liver and Muscle Function in Low-Density Lipoprotein Receptor-Deficient Mice.  |  Ahmad, F., et al. 2021. J Am Heart Assoc. 10: e017524. PMID: 34493066
  9. Cysteamine mitigates torsion/detorsion-induced reperfusion injury via inhibition of apoptosis, oxidative stress and inflammatory responses in experimental rat model.  |  Afolabi, O., et al. 2022. Andrologia. 54: e14243. PMID: 34498746
  10. Response to Cysteamine in Osteoclasts Obtained from Patients with Nephropathic Cystinosis: A Genotype/Phenotype Correlation.  |  Quinaux, T., et al. 2021. Cells. 10: PMID: 34572146
  11. Cysteamine enhances quality and fertility potential of rooster semen in cooled storage.  |  Masoudi, R., et al. 2022. Theriogenology. 177: 29-33. PMID: 34656834
  12. Ocular biodistribution of cysteamine delivered by a sustained release microsphere/thermoresponsive gel eyedrop.  |  Jimenez, J., et al. 2022. Int J Pharm. 624: 121992. PMID: 35809831
  13. Examination of the Utility of Cysteamine in the Treatment of Melasma: Current Perspectives.  |  Sherban, A., et al. 2022. Skinmed. 20: 350-352. PMID: 36314698
  14. Cysteamine Attenuate Intestinal Reperfusion Injury Induced by Occlusion of Mesenteric Artery by Enhancing Intracellular Thiol Activities.  |  Alabi, B., et al. 2023. Drug Res (Stuttg). 73: 137-145. PMID: 36574776
  15. Cysteamine/Cystamine Exert Anti-Mycobacterium abscessus Activity Alone or in Combination with Amikacin.  |  Palucci, I., et al. 2023. Int J Mol Sci. 24: PMID: 36674717

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Cysteamine, 5 g

sc-217991
5 g
$87.00

Cysteamine, 25 g

sc-217991A
25 g
$233.00

Cysteamine, 50 g

sc-217991B
50 g
$433.00

Is this product cell culture grade or does it have to be filtered first?

Asked by: Siana
Thank you for your question. This product has not been specifically tested for cell culture use and is not cell culture grade, however, most products can still be used in cell culture applications by following basic cell culture protocols, e.g. using cell culture grade/sterilized solvents, aseptic technique, and sterilely filtering in a sterile hood.
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Date published: 2019-05-27

Could cysteamine be soluble in DMF? If it is possible, I think I could purchase this product.

Asked by: Cysteamine
Thank you for your inquiry. Unfortunately we have not tested solubility in DMF. For more detailed information about this question, please contact our Asian Technical Service team at (+86) 021-60936350 or asia@scbio.cn or by live chat on our website.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Vorozhtsova et alVorozhtsova et al. (PubMed ID 26292425) found that cysteamine protected mitotic activity of in vivo mice corneal epithelium cells exposed to electromagnetic radiation. -SCBT Publication Review
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