Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Cysteine hydrochloride (1:1) (CAS: 10318-18-0)?
Answer
Cysteine hydrochloride (1:1) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 157.6 g/mol. It is highly soluble in water and slightly soluble in ethanol. Chemically, it is a weak acid due to the presence of the -COOH group and has reactive thiol groups (-SH) that can participate in various chemical reactions. It is commonly used in biochemical research and pharmaceuticals.
About
CAS No
10318-18-0
English Name
Cysteine hydrochloride (1:1)
Molecular Formula
C3H8ClNO2S
Molecular Weight
157.62 g/mol
SMILES
C(C(C(=O)O)N)S.Cl
InChIKey
IFQSXNOEEPCSLW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42
