Product Overview
N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) is a stable acetylated derivative of L-Cysteine and a direct precursor to the antioxidant glutathione. It is supplied as a white powder for nutraceutical and antioxidant-support formulations.
Key Features
- Stable, free-flowing powder with low odour
- Well-established nutraceutical ingredient
- Water-soluble for capsules, sticks, and effervescent formats
- Common partner of glycine and glutathione precursors
- Full documentation available on request
How It Works
- Glutathione precursor: NAC supplies cysteine, the limiting amino acid for glutathione synthesis.
- Antioxidant positioning: used in antioxidant and oxidative-stress support products.
- Mucolytic tradition: a long-established respiratory-wellness ingredient in clinical settings; marketed in supplements with structure/function framing only.
- Stacking: frequently combined with glycine in ‘GlyNAC’ style formulas.
Typical Applications
- Antioxidant and glutathione-support supplements
- Respiratory-wellness positioned products
- Liver-support formulas
- Sports recovery and oxidative-stress blends
- Effervescent and stick-pack formats
Key Specifications
| Material | N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 616-91-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H9NO3S |
| Molecular Weight | 163.19 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Assay / Purity | Available on request |
| Grade | Available on request |
| Packaging | Available on request |
| MOQ | Available on request |
Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry place below 25 °C, protected from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.
Why Choose VeraVitabio
- Bulk B2B supply — flexible MOQ from sample kits to full production quantities
- Full documentation — COA, MSDS, and specification sheets available on request
- OEM / ODM support — finished capsule, tablet, powder, and private-label development
- US & EU market experience — documentation support for importers and brand owners
- Stable supply chain — vetted manufacturing partners with batch-level traceability
Request a Quote — Looking to source N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine for your next formulation? Send your specification and target volume to info@veravitabio.com or WhatsApp +86 157 7194 0528. Samples and full documentation are available for qualified B2B buyers. Web: veravitabio.com
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For food, beverage, and nutraceutical formulation use. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Specifications shown are for general reference; full Certificate of Analysis and supporting documentation are available upon request.
