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DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone
DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone is a sulfur-containing amino acid derivative used in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving protein modification and enzyme inhibition. It is available with a CAS number of 17896-21-8, molecular formula C6H9NO2S, and molecular weight of 159.21 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone is a sulfur-containing amino acid derivative used in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving protein modification and enzyme inhibition. It is available with a CAS number of 17896-21-8, molecular formula C6H9NO2S, and molecular weight of 159.21 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature, it carries a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 17896-21-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H9NO2S |
| Molecular Weight | 159.21 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)NC1CCSC1=O |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29349990 |
| Tariff Code | 2934999090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P307+311 IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is DL-N-Acetylhomocysteine thiolactone used for?
It is primarily used as a research chemical in biochemical studies, particularly in investigations involving cysteine metabolism and protein thiolation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C6H9NO2S with a molecular weight of 159.21 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in research grade; purity is specified in the certificate of analysis.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a certificate of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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