Description
Synonym: (R)-2-Amino-3-mercaptopropionic acid
Linear Formula: HSCH2CH(NH2)CO2H
Molecular Weight: 121.16
General description
L-cysteine is a sulfur-containing amino acid. It can undergo Maillard reaction with reducing sugars to form volatile meat flavored compounds.
Biochem/physiol Actions
NMDA glutamatergic receptor agonist.
Properties
Pack Size
100g; 1kg; 5kg
grade
FG, Halal
reg. compliance
EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012, FDA 21 CFR 172.320, FDA 21 CFR 184.1271
assay
≥97%
optical activity
[α]26/D +8.0 to +9.5°, c = 2 in 5 M HCl
mp
240 °C (dec.) (lit.)
solubility
H2O: 25 mg/mL
application(s)
flavors and fragrances
documentation
see Safety & Documentation for available documents
organoleptic
sulfurous
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