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3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol
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3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol is a thioglycerol used primarily as a chemical intermediate and reducing agent in organic synthesis. It also serves as a preservative in pharmaceutical formulations, a reducing agent for cystine in hair and wool, and a stabilizer for acrylonitrile polymers. This compound is identified by CAS number 96-27-5 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90029132
- CAS Number
- 96-27-5
- IUPAC Name
- 3-sulfanylpropane-1,2-diol
- EC Number
- 202-495-0
- Exact Mass
- 108.0245
- SMILES
- C(C(CS)O)O
- InChIKey
- PJUIMOJAAPLTRJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C3H8O2S/c4-1-3(5)2-6/h3-6H,1-2H2
- PubChem CID
- 7291
Synonyms
- 1-Mercaptoglycerol
- 1-Monothioglycerol
- 1-Thioglycerol
- alpha-Thioglycerol
- Glycerol-1-thiol
- Monothioglycerol
- Thioglycerin
- Thioglycerine
- THIOGLYCEROL
- Thiovanol
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Yellowish, very viscous liquid
- Odour
- Slight sulfidic
- Boiling Point
- 118 °C at 5 mmHg
Source: PubChem CID 7291 (HSDB)
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol used for?
3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis and as a stabilizing agent in various industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol?
The chemical formula is C3H8O2S and it has a molecular weight of 108.16 g/mol.
How should 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances.
What grade of 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for current specifications and available purity grades.
Can Molekula supply 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities to meet your specific manufacturing or research requirements.
What documentation comes with the order?
All orders are supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.