L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine

L-γ-谷氨酰-L-半胱氨酸

Also known as: gamma-glutamylcysteine, γ-glutamylcysteine, Glutathione Impurity D, des-Gly-glutathione reduced form, L-gamma-glutamyl-L-cysteine, (2S)-2-amino-5-[[(1R)-1-carboxy-2-sulfanylethyl]amino]-5-oxopentanoic acid, (S)-2-amino-5-(((R)-1-carboxy-2-mercaptoethyl)amino)-5-oxopentanoic acid, 5-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteine, g-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteine

L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine (CAS 636-58-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14N2O5S and a molecular weight of 250.27200 g/mol. It is also known as gamma-glutamylcysteine, γ-glutamylcysteine and Glutathione Impurity D. Key properties include a melting point of 167℃, a boiling point of 592.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.436g/cm3 and a flash point of 312.1ºC. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
636-58-8
Jingsj CID
J-1971051-4
Molecular Formula
C8H14N2O5S
Chinese Name
L-γ-谷氨酰-L-半胱氨酸
Molecular Weight
250.27200 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point167℃
Boiling Point592.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.436g/cm3
Flash Point312.1ºC

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine?

The CAS number of L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine is 636-58-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine?

L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine has molecular formula C8H14N2O5S and molecular weight 250.27200 g/mol.

Is L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine hazardous?

L-γ-glutamyl-L-cysteine has GHS signal word Warning.

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