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Glutathione is an antioxidant in plants, animals, fungi, and some bacteria and archaea. Glutathione is capable of preventing damage to important cellular components caused by reactive oxygen species such as free radicals, peroxides, lipid peroxides, and heavy metals. It is a tripeptide with a gamma peptide linkage between the carboxyl group of the glutamate side chain and cysteine. The carboxyl group of the cysteine residue is attached by normal peptide linkage to glycine.
Glutathione is found almost exclusively in its reduced form, since the enzyme that reverts it from its oxidized form, glutathione reductase, is constitutively active and inducible upon oxidative stress. In fact, the ratio of reduced glutathione to oxidized glutathione within cells is often used as a measure of cellular toxicity.
Applicable Fields
Glutathione has various applications in different fields:
Pharmaceutical Industry: Glutathione is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry due to its antioxidant properties. It acts as a powerful antioxidant, protecting cells from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. Glutathione also plays a crucial role in detoxification processes within the body.
Cosmetics Industry: Glutathione is used in the cosmetics industry for its skin-lightening and anti-aging properties. It inhibits the production of melanin, which helps in reducing skin pigmentation and achieving a brighter complexion. Glutathione also helps in reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
Food Industry: Glutathione is used as a food additive in the food industry. It acts as a flavor enhancer and preservative, helping to maintain the quality and freshness of food products. Glutathione also plays a role in preventing the browning of fruits and vegetables.
| Items | Specifications |
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| Product Name | Glutathione |
| CAS No. | C70-18-8 |
| Formula | C10H17N3O6S |
| Molecular Weight | 307.32348 |
| EINECS | 200-725-4 |
| Density | 1.441 |
| Boiling Point | Boiling Point |
| Melting Point | 182-192℃ |
| Appearance | powder |
| Storage Conditions | in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight |





