Glutathione

Independent reference data for Glutathione (CAS 70-18-8), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Main low molecular weight thiol found in living plant and animal cells; [Merck Index] A tripeptide with many roles in cells. It conjugates to drugs to make them more soluble for excretion, is a cofactor for some enzymes, is involved in protein disulfide bond rearrangement and reduces peroxides. [ChemIDplus]For nutritional supplementation, also for treating dietary shortage or imbalance

Synonyms and trade names

glutathione; 70-18-8; L-Glutathione reduced; L-Glutathione; Glutathion; Isethion; reduced glutathione; Glutinal; Tathion; Glutathione-SH; Deltathione; Copren; Neuthion; Tathione; Glutide; Triptide

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	Ingredient in several food categories, including meat products, at levels ranging from 5 to 300 milligrams per Scientific procedures At the notifier's request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice Kohjin Co., Ltd. FDA has no questions
GHS notification summary	82.5% (47 / 57)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	82.5% (47 / 57)
Reported hazard statements	H341 (15.8%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 82.5% (47 of 57) of all reports.

H341 (15.8%): Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]

What the public record says

Glutathione is identified by CAS 70-18-8, molecular formula C10H17N3O6S and molecular weight 307.08 g/mol. UNII GAN16C9B8O; ChEBI 16856; InChIKey RWSXRVCMGQZWBV-WDSKDSINSA-N. Melting Point: 195; Melting Point: 195 °C; Solubility: 292.5 mg/mL.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.