Tiopronin is widely utilized in research focused on
- Pharmaceutical Applications: Primarily used as a drug to treat cystinuria, a condition that leads to kidney stones. It helps in reducing cystine levels in urine, thereby preventing stone formation.
- Antioxidant Properties: Its ability to scavenge free radicals makes it valuable in formulations aimed at reducing oxidative stress, which is beneficial in various therapeutic areas, including dermatology and age-related conditions.
- Research in Biochemistry: Tiopronin is used in studies related to protein folding and stability, particularly in understanding the behavior of cysteine-rich proteins, which can have implications in diseases like Alzheimer's.
- Industrial Applications: Utilized in the production of certain polymers and as a stabilizing agent in various chemical processes, enhancing the durability and performance of materials.
- Diagnostic Use: Employed in certain diagnostic tests for metabolic disorders, helping healthcare professionals assess and manage conditions related to amino acid metabolism.
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Applications
Tiopronin is widely utilized in research focused on
- Pharmaceutical Applications: Primarily used as a drug to treat cystinuria, a condition that leads to kidney stones. It helps in reducing cystine levels in urine, thereby preventing stone formation.
- Antioxidant Properties: Its ability to scavenge free radicals makes it valuable in formulations aimed at reducing oxidative stress, which is beneficial in various therapeutic areas, including dermatology and age-related conditions.
- Research in Biochemistry: Tiopronin is used in studies related to protein folding and stability, particularly in understanding the behavior of cysteine-rich proteins, which can have implications in diseases like Alzheimer's.
- Industrial Applications: Utilized in the production of certain polymers and as a stabilizing agent in various chemical processes, enhancing the durability and performance of materials.
- Diagnostic Use: Employed in certain diagnostic tests for metabolic disorders, helping healthcare professionals assess and manage conditions related to amino acid metabolism.
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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Product Specification (PS)
The PS provides a comprehensive breakdown of the product’s properties, including chemical composition, physical state, purity, and storage requirements. It also details acceptable quality ranges and the product's intended applications.
Certificates of Analysis (COA)
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Certificates Of Origin (COO)
This COO confirms the country where the product was manufactured, and also details the materials and components used in it and whether it is derived from natural, synthetic, or other specific sources. This certificate may be required for customs, trade, and regulatory compliance.
*Catalog Number
*Lot Number
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
The SDS provides comprehensive safety information on handling, storage, and disposal of the product.
DownloadProduct Specification (PS)
The PS provides a comprehensive breakdown of the product’s properties, including chemical composition, physical state, purity, and storage requirements. It also details acceptable quality ranges and the product's intended applications.
DownloadCertificates of Analysis (COA)
Search for Certificates of Analysis (COA) by entering the products Lot Number. Lot and Batch Numbers can be found on a product’s label following the words ‘Lot’ or ‘Batch’.
*Catalog Number
*Lot Number
Certificates Of Origin (COO)
This COO confirms the country where the product was manufactured, and also details the materials and components used in it and whether it is derived from natural, synthetic, or other specific sources. This certificate may be required for customs, trade, and regulatory compliance.