Botanical Name : L-cysteine (base)

Assay : 99%

Uses : Cysteine, mainly the l-enantiomer, is a precursor in the food, pharmaceutical and personal-care industries. One of the largest applications is the production of flavors. For example, the reaction of cysteine with sugars in a Maillard reaction yields meat flavors. l-Cysteine is also used as a processing aid for baking.