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CAS 4033-46-9

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S-(2-Carboxyethyl)cysteine

Description:
S-(2-Carboxyethyl)cysteine, with the CAS number 4033-46-9, is a sulfur-containing amino acid derivative that features a carboxyethyl group attached to the sulfur atom of cysteine. This compound is characterized by its ability to participate in various biochemical processes, particularly in the context of cellular metabolism and redox reactions. It is known to exhibit antioxidant properties, which can help protect cells from oxidative stress. The presence of both a thiol group and a carboxylic acid group in its structure allows it to engage in diverse chemical interactions, including the formation of disulfide bonds and chelation of metal ions. S-(2-Carboxyethyl)cysteine is of interest in research related to protein modification and the study of metabolic pathways involving sulfur-containing compounds. Additionally, its role in the synthesis of biologically relevant molecules makes it a subject of interest in pharmacology and biochemistry. Overall, this compound exemplifies the complexity and versatility of amino acid derivatives in biological systems.
Formula:C6H11NO4S
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H11NO4S/c7-4(6(10)11)3-12-2-1-5(8)9/h4H,1-3,7H2,(H,8,9)(H,10,11)/t4-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=FBPINGSGHKXIQA-BYPYZUCNSA-N
SMILES:C(SCCC(O)=O)[C@@H](C(O)=O)N
Synonyms:
  • (2R)-2-Amino-3-(2-carboxyethylsulfanyl)propanoic acid
  • (2R)-2-Amino-3-[(2-carboxyethyl)sulfanyl]-propanoic acid
  • 2-Amino-4-thiaheptanedioic acid
  • 3-(2-Carboxyethylthio)alanine
  • <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-Cysteine, S-(2-carboxyethyl)-
  • Alanine, 3-[(2-carboxyethyl)thio]-, <span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-
  • S-(2-Carboxyethyl)-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-cysteine
  • S-(2-carboxyethyl)cysteine
  • S-Carboxethyl-L-Cysteine
  • S-Carboxyethyl-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-cysteine
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