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Is S-Allylcysteine vegetarian?

S-Allylcysteine

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S-Allylcysteine is an organosulfur compound and S-allylated derivative of the amino acid cysteine, notably found as a constituent of aged garlic and used for its antioxidant properties.

Also known as L-Cysteine, S-2-propen-1-yl-
INCI name S-Allylcysteine
CAS number 21593-77-1
CosIng ID 95981
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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