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2-Mercaptoethanol
2-Mercaptoethanol is a thiol compound used as a reducing agent in biochemical and molecular biology applications, including protein denaturation and nucleic acid purification. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, highly reactive, and toxic. CAS: 60-24-2, Molecular formula: HSCH₂CH₂OH, Molecular weight: 78.13 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 2-Mercaptoethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
2-Mercaptoethanol is a thiol compound used as a reducing agent in biochemical and molecular biology applications, including protein denaturation and nucleic acid purification. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, highly reactive, and toxic. CAS: 60-24-2, Molecular formula: HSCH₂CH₂OH, Molecular weight: 78.13 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies 2-Mercaptoethanol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4985-1.5025 |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 74 C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 36 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 60-24-2 |
| Molecular Formula | HSCH2CH2OH |
| Molecular Weight | 78.13 |
| SMILES | C(CS)O |
| EC / UN Number | 2966 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2930.90.9251 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
Hazard statements
- H301 + H331 Toxic if swallowed or inhaled
- H310 Fatal in contact with skin
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
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 2-Mercaptoethanol used for?
It is commonly used as a reducing agent in biochemical applications, such as protein denaturation and DNA/RNA extraction.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
The formula is HSCH2CH2OH with a molecular weight of 78.13 g/mol.
How should 2-Mercaptoethanol be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and air to prevent oxidation.
What grade of 2-Mercaptoethanol does Molekula supply?
We supply 2-Mercaptoethanol in high-purity grade suitable for laboratory and research use.
Can Molekula supply 2-Mercaptoethanol in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can supply 2-Mercaptoethanol in bulk; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a 2-Mercaptoethanol order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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