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Potassium thioacetate

SKU 36729591 CAS 10387-40-3 C2H3KOS MW 114.21 Available on enquiry

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Potassium thioacetate is a sulfur-containing organic salt used in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of thioesters and other sulfur-based compounds. It is a white crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C2H3KOS and a molecular weight of 114.21 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be stored under normal conditions. The substance is classified with a warning signal word due to potential hazards. Molekula supplies Potassium thioacetate 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.

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Overview

SKU
36729591
CAS Number
10387-40-3
IUPAC Name
potassium ethanethioate
EC Number
233-848-7
Molecular Formula
C2H3KOS
Molecular Weight
114.21
Exact Mass
113.9542
SMILES
CC(=O)[S-].[K+]
InChIKey
AFNBMGLGYSGFEZ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H4OS.K/c1-2(3)4;/h1H3,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID
4463282

Synonyms

  • Acetic acid, thio-, potassium salt
  • Ethanethioic acid, potassium salt
  • Ethanethioic acid, potassium salt (1:1)
  • potassium acetylsulfanide
  • potassium ethanethioate
  • Potassium thioethanoate
  • S-Potassium thioacetate
  • Thioacetic acid potassium salt
  • Thioacetic Acid S-Potassium Salt

Frequently asked questions

What is potassium thioacetate used for?

It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of thioesters and other sulfur-containing compounds.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of potassium thioacetate?

The formula is C2H3KOS and the molecular weight is 114.21 g/mol.

How should potassium thioacetate be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.

What grade is available for potassium thioacetate?

It is available in analytical grade for laboratory use.

Can Molekula supply potassium thioacetate in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.

What documentation comes with a purchase of potassium thioacetate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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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.

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