Carbocisteine
Also known as: S-Carboxymethyl-L-cysteine, Carbocysteine, S-Carboxymethylcysteine, 3-(Carboxymethylthio)-L-alanine, Mucodyne, Fluifort, Rhinathiol, Lisomucil, Thiodril, Transbronchin, L-Carbocisteine, EINECS 211-327-5, MFCD00002614
Carbocisteine (CAS 638-23-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NO4S and a molecular weight of 179.194 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 208-213 °C (dec.), a boiling point of 417.3±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 206.2±28.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 638-23-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-37877-8
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9NO4S
- Molecular Weight
- 179.194 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 208-213 °C (dec.) |
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| Boiling Point | 417.3±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 206.2±28.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 179.025223 |
| PSA | 125.92000 |
| LogP | 0.32 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±2.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.588 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE IN COLD WATER |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Paola Rogliani, et al. Efficacy and safety profile of mucolytic/antioxidant agents in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: a comparative analysis across erdosteine, carbocysteine, and N-acetylcysteine. Respir Res. 2019 May 27;20(1):104. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2930909090 |
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| Summary | 2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Carbocisteine?
The CAS number of Carbocisteine is 638-23-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Carbocisteine?
Carbocisteine has molecular formula C5H9NO4S and molecular weight 179.194 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Carbocisteine?
For Carbocisteine, Upstream Products: L-Cysteine, Sodium chloroacetate, iodoacetic acid.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Carbocisteine (CAS 638-23-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37877-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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