Abbreviations SAC Molar mass 161.22 g/mol | Formula C6H11NO2S Density 1.19 g/cm³ | |
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S-Allyl cysteine (SAC) is an organic compound that is a natural constituent of fresh garlic. It is a derivative of the amino acid cysteine in which an allyl group has been added to the sulfur atom.
Allyl cysteine is currently being investigated as a potential cholesterol lowering agent and as a chemopreventive.
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