L-Cystine
CAS NO.: 56-89-3
MF: C6H12N2O4S2
EINECS NO.: 200-296-3
MF: C6H12N2O4S2
EINECS NO.: 200-296-3
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L-cystine is a covalently linked dimeric nonessential amino acid formed through the oxidation of cysteine.
It is contained in many foods including eggs, meat, dairy products, and whole grains as well as in skin and hairs.
L-cystine is very versatile. It is widely used in the production of pharmaceutical preparations, cosmetics and health products.
As a pharmaceutical ingredient, L-cystine is often used for antioxidant, detoxification, antiviral and immunity enhancement.
In cosmetics, it has antioxidant, moisturizing, whitening and anti-aging properties.
