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N-Acetyl-S-(3,4-dihydroxybutyl)-L-cysteine (mixture of diastereomers) (CAS 144889-50-9)

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Alternate Names:
4-(N-Acetyl-L-cystein-S-yl)-1,2-dihydroxybutane,
CAS Number:
144889-50-9
Molecular Weight:
251.30
Molecular Formula:
C9H17NO5S
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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N-Acetyl-S-(3,4-dihydroxybutyl)-L-cysteine (mixture of diastereomers) is particularly valued for its role as a metabolite analog and its potential in detoxification studies. It mimics the structure of certain metabolites, allowing researchers to investigate pathways involved in the metabolism of fatty acids and toxins. The compound′s ability to form conjugates with various xenobiotics or endogenous toxins through its thiol group makes it a candidate for studying mechanisms of detoxification, including the role of glutathione S-transferase enzymes in the biotransformation and elimination of harmful substances. Research has focused on exploring its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective characteristics. In laboratory applications, this compound has been employed to investigate its impact on various biochemical and physiological processes.


N-Acetyl-S-(3,4-dihydroxybutyl)-L-cysteine (mixture of diastereomers) (CAS 144889-50-9) References

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N-Acetyl-S-(3,4-dihydroxybutyl)-L-cysteine (mixture of diastereomers), 1 mg

sc-207969
1 mg
$354.00