Cysteamine HCl

• CAT Number: A000850
• CAS Number: 156-57-0
• Molecular Formula: C2H7NS • HCl
• Molecular Weight: 113.61
• Purity: ≥95%
• Target: Autophagy
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-aminoethanethiol;hydrochloride
• InChI: 1S/C2H7NS.ClH/c3-1-2-4;/h4H,1-3H2;1H
• InChIKey: OGMADIBCHLQMIP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(CS)N.Cl

Cysteamine HCl (Cat No.: A000850) is the hydrochloride salt form of cysteamine, a compound containing the amino acid cysteine. It is used primarily as a treatment for cystinosis, a rare genetic disorder that causes the accumulation of cystine in various organs. Cysteamine HCl works by reducing cystine buildup, preventing organ damage. It also has antioxidant properties and has been explored for other potential therapeutic applications, including neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, and aging-related conditions. It is typically administered orally or topically, depending on the condition.