Description

n-Acetyl-S-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Cysteine is a specialized cysteine derivative featuring an acetylated amino group and a hydroxycyclohexyl thioether moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for applications requiring modified amino acid building blocks. The compound, identified by CAS number 13392-34-2, is supplied to meet the stringent purity and consistency demands of advanced chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme interactions or requiring customized peptide backbones.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate or a modified amino acid analog in enzymatic studies, metabolic pathway investigations, and proteomics research.
• Peptide Synthesis: Serves as a protected cysteine derivative for the solid-phase or solution-phase synthesis of specialized peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in pharmaceutical analysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful in the development of activity-based probes or affinity labels to study protein function and interactions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-Acetyl-S-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Cysteine
CAS No.	13392-34-2
Molecular Formula	C11H19NO4S
Molecular Weight	261.34 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Acetyl-S-(2-hydroxycyclohexyl)-L-cysteine; N-Acetyl-S-(2-hydroxycyclohexyl)cysteine; Acetylcysteine S-(2-hydroxycyclohexyl) derivative; 2-(Acetylamino)-3-[[(2-hydroxycyclohexyl)thio]]propanoic acid; NSC 113986; S-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)-N-acetylcysteine; N-Acetyl-S-(trans-2-hydroxycyclohexyl)cysteine
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Quality Control

Every batch of n-Acetyl-S-(2-Hydroxycyclohexyl)Cysteine is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for research-grade and pharmaceutical intermediate chemicals. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), providing batch-specific data on identity, purity, and impurities, is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.