Molekula
Thioglycolic acid sodium salt 45-50% solution in water
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Thioglycolic acid sodium salt 45–50% solution in water is a reducing agent used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and chemical synthesis. Typical applications include permanent hair waving and depilatory formulations, preparation of thioglycolate culture media for microbiology, and use as an analytical reagent. It is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. CAS: 367-51-1, Molecular Formula: C2H3NaO2S, Molecular Weight: 114.09879 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Thioglycolic acid sodium salt 45–50% solution in water from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 L — £54.20 per pack ex VAT · £65.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless, possible slightly violet- pink coloured solution |
| pH | 6.5-8.5 |
| Assay (Titration) | 45-52% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90023910 |
| CAS Number | 367-51-1 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 2-sulfanylacetate |
| EC Number | 206-696-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C2H3NaO2S |
| Molecular Weight | 114.09879 |
| Exact Mass | 113.9751 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)[O-])S.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | GNBVPFITFYNRCN-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H4O2S.Na/c3-2(4)1-5;/h5H,1H2,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23690444 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29309092 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Acetic acid, mercapto-, monosodium salt
- Mercaptoacetic acid sodium salt
- Sodium 2-mercatoethanoate
- Sodium mercaptoacetate
- sodium sulfanylacetate
- SODIUM THIOGLYCOLATE
- Sodium thioglycollate
- Thioglycolate sodium
- Thioglycolic acid, sodium salt
- Thioglycollic acid, sodium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is thioglycolic acid sodium salt 45-50% solution used for?
It is primarily used in hair removal products and as a reducing agent in chemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of thioglycolic acid sodium salt?
The formula is C2H3NaO2S with a molecular weight of 114.09879 g/mol.
How should thioglycolic acid sodium salt be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C in a tightly closed container to prevent degradation.
What grade is available for this product?
Available as a technical grade solution in 45-50% concentration in water.
Can Molekula supply thioglycolic acid sodium salt in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with an order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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