Molekula
Glutathione reduced (Pharma Grade)
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Glutathione reduced (Pharma Grade) is a tripeptide antioxidant essential for detoxification, immune function, and cellular protection. It is widely used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and nutritional supplements for its redox properties and ability to neutralize free radicals. This pharma-grade product has a CAS number of 70-18-8, a molecular formula of C10H17N3O6S, and a molecular weight of 307.32. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Glutathione reduced from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £54.50 per pack ex VAT · £65.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Grade | EP 7.0 |
| Impurity A | ≤0.5% |
| Impurity B | ≤0.5% |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm |
| Impurity C | ≤1.5% |
| Impurity D | ≤1.0% |
| Loss on Drying | ≤0.5% |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and methylene chloride |
| Assay | 98% - 101% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.1% |
| Chlorides | ≤200ppm |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear and colourless |
| Specific optical rotation | -15.5 to -17.5 |
| Total Impurities | ≤2.5% |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤0.10EU/mg |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤10ppm |
| Ammonium (NH4+) | ≤200ppm |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤300ppm |
| Impurity E | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 195 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 124886 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028965 |
| CAS Number | 70-18-8 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S)-2-amino-5-[[(2R)-1-(carboxymethylamino)-1-oxo-3-sulfanylpropan-2-yl]amino]-5-oxopentanoic acid |
| EC Number | 200-725-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H17N3O6S |
| Molecular Weight | 307.32 |
| Exact Mass | 307.0838 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)N[C@@H](CS)C(=O)NCC(=O)O)[C@@H](C(=O)O)N |
| InChIKey | RWSXRVCMGQZWBV-WDSKDSINSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H17N3O6S/c11-5(10(18)19)1-2-7(14)13-6(4-20)9(17)12-3-8(15)16/h5-6,20H,1-4,11H2,(H,12,17)(H,13,14)(H,15,16)(H,18,19)/t5-,6-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 124886 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29309092 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909835 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Deltathione
- Glutathion
- glutathione
- Glutathione-SH
- Glutinal
- Isethion
- L-Glutathione
- L-Glutathione reduced
- reduced glutathione
- Tathion
Frequently asked questions
What is glutathione reduced used for in pharmaceutical applications?
Glutathione reduced is primarily used as an antioxidant, detoxifying agent, and the reducing substrate of glutathione peroxidase (which oxidises it to GSSG) in pharmaceutical formulations, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glutathione reduced?
The chemical formula is C₁₀H₁₇N₃O₆S, and the molecular weight is 307.32 g/mol.
How should glutathione reduced (pharma grade) be stored?
Store at 2 to 8°C in a dry, well-ventilated area, protected from light and moisture to maintain potency.
What grade of glutathione reduced does Molekula supply, and is it suitable for pharmaceutical use?
Molekula supplies pharma-grade glutathione reduced, meeting USP/EP/JP standards for pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and nutraceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply glutathione reduced in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of glutathione reduced, with flexible packaging options (e.g., drums, bags) to meet large-scale production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of pharma-grade glutathione reduced?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and Batch-specific documentation for traceability and compliance.
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