Properties:
Item
Industrial grade
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Melting point
179℃-185℃
Specific rotation
-16.5°(c=2, H2O)
Solubility
soluble
Uses:
Biochemical reagent and alexipharmic. It is mainly used in the poisoning of heavy metal, acrylonitrile, fluoride, carbon monoxide, organic solvent, etc.
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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p>Glutathione is a tripeptide antioxidant with formula <strong>C<sub>10</sub>H<sub>17</sub>N<sub>3</sub>O<sub>6</sub>S</strong> and CAS <strong>70-18-8</strong>. It is primarily synthesized via enzymatic fermentation or chemical synthesis to ensure high purity for industrial use.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals:</strong> Used as an antidote for acetaminophen toxicity and in hepatoprotective formulations.</li>
<li><strong>Cosmetics:</strong> Incorporated into skin-whitening creams to inhibit melanin production.</li>
<li><strong>Food & Beverage:</strong> Applied as a preservative and quality stabilizer in processed foods.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Store in cool, dry conditions below 25°C away from direct light. Clinical use requires strict dosage control; intravenous administration must be performed under medical supervision due to potential allergic reactions.</p>