• Product Name | • N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine |
• Molecular Formula | • C5H9NO3S |
• Molecular Weight | • 163.19 |
• CAS No. | • 616-91-1 |
• Purity | • ≥98% |
• Applications of N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine:
○ Food: used as an antioxidant and preservative in the food industry, helping to prevent oxidation and spoilage of food.
○ Dietary: Functions as a key ingredient in health supplements, known for its antioxidant, detoxifying, and liver-protecting properties. It is commonly used in anti-aging and sports recovery formulations.
○ Pharmaceutical: NAC is commonly used to treat acetaminophen (paracetamol) poisoning. It helps detoxify and protect the liver by enhancing the synthesis of glutathione.Respiratory Diseases: NAC, as a mucolytic agent, is used in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), bronchitis, asthma, and other respiratory conditions. It helps reduce the viscosity of mucus, promotes mucus clearance, and improves breathing function.
○ Animal Feed: used as an antioxidant in animal feed, helping animals reduce oxidative stress, improve health, and promote growth
○ Cosmetics: promotes skin repair, reduces damage caused by environmental stress, and helps restore skin vitality
○ Biochemical Research: A vital component in biological culture media and biochemical studies, which is employed as a protecting amino acid in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients and culture media.