Description

5-(S-Glutathionyl)-2-tert-Butylhydroquinone is a specialized biochemical conjugate that combines the antioxidant properties of a hydroquinone derivative with the tripeptide glutathione. This compound is significant for its role in advanced research on cellular redox signaling, oxidative stress, and detoxification pathways. It is primarily needed by researchers and developers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, nutraceutical science, and biochemical research, where it serves as a critical reference standard or investigational agent.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a key reagent in studies of glutathione metabolism, quinone redox cycling, and antioxidant mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated as a potential precursor or model compound for designing novel cytoprotective or chemopreventive agents.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in laboratories studying related compounds.
• Nutraceutical & Cosmetic Science: Explored for its antioxidant properties in advanced formulations targeting oxidative damage at the cellular level.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays related to glutathione S-transferases (GSTs) and other redox enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(S-Glutathionyl)-2-tert-Butylhydroquinone
CAS No.	139035-70-4
Molecular Formula	C20H31N3O8S
Molecular Weight	473.54 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(S-Glutathionyl)-2-tert-butylhydroquinone; 2-tert-Butyl-5-glutathionylhydroquinone; 2-tert-Butyl-5-(glutathion-S-yl)hydroquinone; TBHQ-Glutathione Conjugate; Glutathionyl tert-butylhydroquinone; GTBHQ; 5-(Glutathion-S-yl)-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1,4-benzenediol
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Quality Control

Our 5-(S-Glutathionyl)-2-tert-Butylhydroquinone is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. For long-term storage, desiccate at -20°C. The container should be kept in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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