2026-02-11

Detailed Introduction of N-Acetylcysteine (NAC, CAS: 616-91-1)---Deeply Engaged in Raw Material Trade, Empowering the Pharmaceutical Industry

As a professional supplier of chemical and pharmaceutical raw materials, we adhere to the concept of "Quality First, Integrity and Win-Win", providing stable supply chain support for partners in various industries. Today, we detail our core raw material - N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), clarifying its core attribute: this product is an effective ingredient of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) and various preparations, with wide applications and stable demand.

I. Core Basic Information of the Product

N-Acetylcysteine (English abbreviation: NAC), is an acetylated derivative of cysteine containing sulfhydryl groups. With excellent physiological activity, it is a core raw material in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical fields, and even a key effective ingredient of APIs and preparations.
Core Procurement Information:
  • CAS No.: 616-91-1
  • Molecular Formula: C₅H₉NO₃S, Molecular Weight: 163.19 g/mol
  • Properties: White or off-white crystalline powder, soluble in water and ethanol, melting point 104-110℃
  • Specifications: Pharmaceutical grade (≥98.0%-101.0%), food grade, industrial grade, supplied on demand

II. Core Application Scenarios (Focus on API and Preparation-related)

As a core ingredient of APIs, NAC is widely used in the production of various preparations, and also covers food, cosmetics and other fields. Its core applications are as follows:

1. Pharmaceutical Field (Core Scenario)

As an effective ingredient of APIs and preparations, it is mainly used in the production of expectorant, liver-protecting and detoxifying drugs:
  • Expectorant Preparations: Used to prepare tablets, granules, inhalation solutions, etc., suitable for chronic respiratory infections, thinning sputum to facilitate excretion.
  • Liver-protecting and Detoxifying Preparations: Used to prepare injections for early treatment of liver failure and detoxification of acetaminophen poisoning, protecting liver cells.

2. Other Fields

In the food field, it is used as a dietary supplement and preservative; in the cosmetics field, it is used in anti-oxidant and moisturizing skin care products; in the chemical field, it is used as a complexing agent and reducing agent.

III. Our Core Advantages in Trade

  • Direct Sourcing from Origin: Cooperate with well-known manufacturers.
  • Complete Specifications: Cover full specifications, support small-batch sample supply and large-batch stable supply, with flexible packaging.
  • Competitive Price and High Efficiency: Advantage of original source price and improved logistics.

IV. Procurement and Cooperation Notes

Please pay attention to CAS No. 616-91-1 and purity when purchasing. We adhere to quality and meet various procurement needs.
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