Sulfur-containing Amino Acids

Sulfur, as a fundamental biochemical element, is present in the structures of numerous bioactive compounds, including over 350 FDA-approved drug molecules. Its widespread use stems from its unique ability to adopt various oxidation states with distinct polarities, frequent occurrence in macrocyclic bridges, involvement in noncovalent orbital interactions, and antioxidant properties. Discover Enamine’s rich collection of sulfur-containing α-amino acids that includes an extensive choice of aromatic side chains and various oxidized forms such as sulfones, and sulfoximines.