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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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IUPAC name
(R)-2-Amino-3-prop-2-enylsulfanylpropanoic acid

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