For in-vitro research use only. Not for human consumption.
Glutathione
Glutathione (GSH) is the most abundant intracellular antioxidant, a tripeptide that serves as the primary substrate for glutathione peroxidase and glutathione S-transferase enzyme families. It participates in ROS neutralization, phase II detoxification, and maintenance of cellular redox homeostasis.
Glutathione definition
Glutathione (GSH) is the most abundant intracellular antioxidant, a tripeptide that serves as the primary substrate for glutathione peroxidase and glutathione S-transferase enzyme families. It participates in ROS neutralization, phase II detoxification, and maintenance of cellular redox homeostasis.
No sequence is listed in the current catalog record for this product.
- CAS
- 70-18-8
- MW
- 307.32 g/mol
- Sequence
- Not listed
- Half-life
- Not listed
- Formula
- C10H17N3O6S
- Purity
- 99.77%
- Form
- Solution / Ready-to-use
- Class
- Endogenous Antioxidant Tripeptide
Compound details.
- CAS Number
- 70-18-8
- Molecular Weight
- 307.32 g/mol
- Molecular Formula
- C₁₀H₁₇N₃O₆S
- Class
- Endogenous Antioxidant Tripeptide
- Purity
- Verified purity
- Physical Form
- Solution / Ready-to-use
- Storage
- Store at -20°C (long term). Refrigerate after reconstitution.
Research context.
One of the most studied molecules in redox biology with tens of thousands of published papers. Research spans oxidative stress, detoxification, immune function, and cellular aging. GSH levels are a widely used biomarker of oxidative status.
Verification standard.
Every Nexus Laboratory batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis documenting HPLC purity (target ≥98%), mass spectrometry identity (expected versus observed mass), and endotoxin screening — verified by third-party laboratory testing and publicly archived. Review Nexus lab verification.
Glutathione is part of the Nexus Mitochondrial & Energy catalog. Energy metabolism, redox, and mitochondrial research compounds. Each listed variant is priced from the consolidated Nexus catalog and intended for qualified research use only.
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The chemistry.
Tripeptide (γ-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteinyl-glycine), reduced form (GSH)
Storage: Store at -20°C (long term). Refrigerate after reconstitution.
Technical specifications.
- Product Name: Glutathione
- Classification: Endogenous Antioxidant Tripeptide
- Structural Description: Tripeptide (γ-L-Glutamyl-L-cysteinyl-glycine), reduced form (GSH)
- CAS Number: 70-18-8
- Molecular Weight: 307.32 g/mol
- Purity: ≥99% (verified by HPLC and Mass Spectrometry)
- Physical Form: See product label for form details
- Intended Use: In-vitro research use only — not for human consumption
HPLC trace preview.
Related research compounds
Same category, mechanism overlap, and common research stack pairings.
Glutathione research FAQ.
What is Glutathione used for in research?
Glutathione is supplied for controlled in-vitro research workflows in the Mitochondrial & Energy category. It is not labeled for human or veterinary use.
Is Glutathione HPLC verified?
Glutathione is listed with Nexus lab verification. Current catalog records show 99.77% purity context where batch COA data is available.
Which Glutathione sizes are available?
Current Nexus variants include , , , , .
Does Glutathione include a COA?
Yes. The current Nexus record links Glutathione to batch NEX-GLUTATHIONE-2026-0038.