Djenkolic acid

• CAT Number: I026336
• CAS Number: 498-59-9
• Molecular Formula: C7H14N2O4S2
• Molecular Weight: 254.33
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (2R)-2-amino-3-[[(2R)-2-amino-2-carboxyethyl]sulfanylmethylsulfanyl]propanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H14N2O4S2/c8-4(6(10)11)1-14-3-15-2-5(9)7(12)13/h4-5H,1-3,8-9H2,(H,10,11)(H,12,13)/t4-,5-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: JMQMNWIBUCGUDO-WHFBIAKZSA-N
• SMILES: C([C@@H](C(=O)O)N)SCSC[C@@H](C(=O)O)N

Djenkolic acid（Cat No.:I026336）is a sulfur-containing non-proteinogenic amino acid structurally similar to cysteine, primarily found in the seeds of the Archidendron jiringa (Djenkol tree). It contains two methylene groups bridging two cysteine-like units, giving it unique chemical properties. While it has limited direct applications, djenkolic acid is studied for its toxicological effects, particularly djenkolism—a condition marked by kidney damage due to crystal formation in the urinary tract. Research into djenkolic acid aids in understanding amino acid metabolism, nephrotoxicity, and the impact of natural toxins in traditional diets and medicinal plant use.