L-Cystine [56-89-3]

TargetMol Chemicals

L-Cystine [56-89-3]

4

56-89-3

Chemical

Research Use Only

L-Cystine

99.85%

C6H12N2O4S2

240.3

L-Cystine (Cystine Acid) is not considered one of the 20 amino acids, L-Cystine (Cystine Acid) is a sulfur-containing derivative obtained from oxidation of cysteine amino acid thiol side chains. It functions as an antioxidant and protects tissues against radiation and pollution, slowing the aging process. It also aids protein synthesis. L-Cystine (Cystine Acid) is abundant in many proteins of skeletal tissues and skin, and found in insulin and digestive enzymes chromotrypsinogen A, papain, and trypsinogen.

3 years

[C@H](CSSC[C@@H](C(O)=O)N)(C(O)=O)N

-20°C

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