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Cysteine

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Buy Cysteine (CAS 52-90-4) from Zemixal: C3H7NO2S, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Packs from 10 mg. Catalogue no. ZX-006477.

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Cysteine chemical structure
CAS number52-90-4
FormulaC3H7NO2S
Molar mass121.16 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyXUJNEKJLAYXESH-REOHCLBHSA-N
IUPAC name(2R)-2-amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid

About Cysteine

Cysteine is supplied by Zemixal as a characterised reference material for Cysteine analysis. For your records (Reference Standard), the material is defined by CAS 52-90-4, formula C3H7NO2S and molar mass 121.16 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Common uses in the lab and plant

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Handling and storage

Hazard communication follows GHS (Warning: H302, H315, H319 and H335). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

Order it in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. Every shipment includes a certificate of analysis with characterisation data. Send an enquiry through the quote panel and you get a formal offer with Incoterms and delivery time.

Reference standards for Cysteine

See every impurity, metabolite and related compound we list for this API.

Cysteine standards

Typical uses

  • Identification & assay
  • Method development & validation
  • QC reference material

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Cysteine
Product nameCysteine
Catalogue numberZX-006477
CAS number52-90-4
Other CAS numbers52-89-1, 7048-04-6
IUPAC name(2R)-2-amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid
Molecular formulaC3H7NO2S
Molar mass121.16 g/mol
Exact mass121.0197
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP3-2.5
H-bond donors / acceptors3 / 4
Topological polar surface area64.3 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyXUJNEKJLAYXESH-REOHCLBHSA-N
SMILESC([C@@H](C(=O)O)N)S
PubChem CID5862
Synonyms(R)-2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid, (R) -2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid, (R)-2-Amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid, (R)-Cysteine, L-(+)-Cysteine, 2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid, 2-Amino-3-mercaptopropionic acid, Thioserine, β-Mercaptoalanine, Cystein, L-cysteine, Half-cystine

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Cysteine
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Cysteine

Which CAS number identifies Cysteine?
Cysteine is registered under CAS 52-90-4. You may also see it listed as (R)-2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid, (R) -2-Amino-3-mercaptopropanoic acid, (R)-2-Amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-006477.
What are the formula and molar mass of Cysteine?
For Cysteine, its formula is C3H7NO2S and its molar mass is 121.16 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (2R)-2-amino-3-sulfanylpropanoic acid. InChIKey XUJNEKJLAYXESH-REOHCLBHSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is Cysteine used in pharmaceutical QC?
Cysteine is a characterised reference material linked to Cysteine. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Cysteine?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Cysteine?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Cysteine to my country?
Yes. Because Cysteine is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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