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Glutathione: molecular data, studies & sources

Glutathione is catalogued here as a research compound. This profile brings together the molecular source record, selected indexed publications and available supplier comparisons. Evidence for a named substance does not authenticate a commercial product.

Compiled by PeptideTech Editors · Sources checked 2026-09-21 · Selected bibliography, not a systematic review

Molecular formula, weight & structure

Molecular formula (MF): C10H17N3O6S
Molecular weight (MW): 307.33 g/mol
PubChem compound ID: 124886
Record title: Glutathione

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Source: PubChem CID 124886 · retrieved 2026-09-21

PubChem 2D molecular structure for Glutathione, CID 124886 — 2D depiction from PubChem. Open to inspect the full image. This drawing represents the selected record, not a vendor batch test.

Chemical identifiers and source data

IUPAC name: (2S)-2-amino-5-[[(2R)-1-(carboxymethylamino)-1-oxo-3-sulfanylpropan-2-yl]amino]-5-oxopentanoic acid
InChIKey: RWSXRVCMGQZWBV-WDSKDSINSA-N
SMILES: C(CC(=O)N[C@@H](CS)C(=O)NCC(=O)O)[C@@H](C(=O)O)N

Machine-readable PubChem source

Human and clinical studies

Selected human-study records are shown with their indexed or reviewed study type. Check the original article for the intervention, formulation and controls; the molecule can also be a comparator or measured variable.

Human study · PubMed trial index
Glutathione as an oral whitening agent: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
Arjinpathana N, Asawanonda P · The Journal of dermatological treatment · 2012
PMID 20524875 · DOI: 10.3109/09546631003801619
Human study · PubMed trial index
Randomized controlled trial of oral glutathione supplementation on body stores of glutathione.
Richie JP, Nichenametla S, Neidig W et al. · European journal of nutrition · 2015
PMID 24791752 · DOI: 10.1007/s00394-014-0706-z
Human study · PubMed trial index
Effectiveness of oral glutathione in reducing nitric oxide and IL-1α concentrations for clinical improvement in mild to moderate acne vulgaris: a randomized controlled trial.
Mawu FO, Anwar AI, Djawad K et al. · Acta dermatovenerologica Alpina, Pannonica, et Adriatica · 2025
PMID 41014073
Human study · PubMed trial index
Topical glutathione amino acid precursors protect skin against environmental and oxidative stress.
Cui X, Mi T, Xiao X et al. · Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology : JEADV · 2024
PMID 38189670 · DOI: 10.1111/jdv.19717

Preclinical research, reviews & other publications

Animal studies, laboratory experiments, reviews and other indexed papers answer different questions. A review is secondary evidence; a case report does not estimate how often an outcome occurs.

Research publication · design requires review
The antioxidant glutathione.
Averill-Bates DA · Vitamins and hormones · 2023
PMID 36707132 · DOI: 10.1016/bs.vh.2022.09.002
Review · secondary evidence
Glutathione as a skin-lightening agent and in melasma: a systematic review.
Sarkar R, Yadav V, Yadav T et al. · International journal of dermatology · 2025
PMID 39444151 · DOI: 10.1111/ijd.17535
Review · secondary evidence
The Glutathione Theory of Aging.
Pelton R · Alternative therapies in health and medicine · 2024
PMID 39316535

Glutathione supplier sources

Scientific sources describe molecules and experiments. The commercial links below identify recorded supplier packages. A publication or chemical database entry does not verify the seller, purity, sterility or contents of a lot. Some links are affiliate links; see our disclosure.

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American PeptidesUSD	600mg Vial · 1500mg Vial2 recorded offers	600mg Vial · $75.00Recorded out of stock · Checked Sep 21, 2026Supplier listing
Blank PeptidesUSD	1500mg Vial · 500mg Vial2 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · $110.00Recorded out of stock · Checked Sep 21, 2026Supplier listing
Modified AminosUSD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · $89.99Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing
Amino ClubUSD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · $59.99Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing
Amino USAUSD	600mg Vial1 recorded offers	600mg Vial · $45.00Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing
Cenexa LabsUSD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · $89.09Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing
Direct PeptidesUSD	500mg Vial1 recorded offers	500mg Vial · $59.00Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing
Nuvion PeptidesCAD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · CA$69.99Checked Sep 21, 2026Supplier listing
PhaseOneAUD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · A$95.19Checked Sep 21, 2026Supplier listing
BioStacksCAD	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · CA$110.00Checked Sep 21, 2026Supplier listing
AllMyPeptidesGBP	1500mg Vial1 recorded offers	1500mg Vial · £32.49Checked Sep 17, 2026Supplier listing

Reference sources & further reading

PubChem compound record 124886 — chemical identity and structure.
Wikipedia: Glutathione — Background encyclopedia; not a primary clinical source.

The citations above link directly to publication records. Encyclopedia links are background reading and are not used to establish clinical effectiveness.

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