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D-Cystine

Synonym(s):(S,S)-3,3′-Dithiobis(2-aminopropionic acid)

  • CAS NO.:349-46-2
  • Empirical Formula: C6H12N2O4S2
  • Molecular Weight: 240.3
  • MDL number: MFCD00002610
  • EINECS: 206-486-2
  • SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
  • Update Date: 2024-06-12 17:09:27
D-Cystine Structural

What is D-Cystine?

Description

D-cystine is a thiol-containing non-essential amino acid that is oxidized to form CYSTINE.

Chemical properties

White crystals

The Uses of D-Cystine

D-Cystine increases the rate of fertilization of mouse oocytes.

Definition

ChEBI: The D-enantiomer of cystine.

Biological Functions

D-Cystine functions as an antioxidant and protects tissues against radiation and pollution, slowing the aging process. It also aids protein synthesis. Cystine is abundant in many proteins of skeletal tissues and skin, and found in insulin and digestive enzymes chromotrypsinogen A, papain, and trypsinogen.

Properties of D-Cystine

Melting point: 265 °C (dec.) (lit.)
Boiling point: 468.2±45.0 °C(Predicted)
alpha  214 º (c=1, 1 N HCl)
Density  1.358 (estimate)
refractive index  1.6000 (estimate)
storage temp.  Keep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,Room temperature
solubility  Aqueous Acid (Slightly), Aqueous Base (Slightly)
pka 1.70±0.10(Predicted)
form  Fine Crystalline Powder
color  White
optical activity [α]20/D +212°, c = 1 in 1 M HCl
Water Solubility  0.057 g/L (25 ºC)
Merck  14,2782
BRN  1728093
CAS DataBase Reference 349-46-2(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for D-Cystine

Signal word Warning
Pictogram(s)
ghs
Exclamation Mark
Irritant
GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements H302:Acute toxicity,oral
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation
H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.
P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water.
P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

Computed Descriptors for D-Cystine

InChIKey LEVWYRKDKASIDU-QWWZWVQMSA-N

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