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Catalog Number:
00276
CAS Number:
367-51-1
Thioglycolic acid sodium salt
Purity:
≥ 98% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
Mercaptoacetic acid sodium salt, Sodium thioglycolate
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Product Information

Reagent that protects tryptophan in amino acid analysis.

Synonyms
Mercaptoacetic acid sodium salt, Sodium thioglycolate
CAS Number
367-51-1
Purity
≥ 98% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C2H3O2SNa
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00043386
Melting Point
305 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White to off-white powder
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Mercaptoacetic acid sodium salt, Sodium thioglycolate
CAS Number
367-51-1
Purity
≥ 98% (Assay)
Molecular Formula
C2H3O2SNa
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00043386
Melting Point
305 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
White to off-white powder
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Thioglycolic acid sodium salt is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Cosmetics and Personal Care: This compound is a key ingredient in hair removal products and depilatories, providing effective results by breaking down hair structure.
  • Pharmaceuticals: It serves as a reducing agent in drug formulation, enhancing the stability and efficacy of certain medications, particularly in the development of topical treatments.
  • Textile Industry: Used in dyeing processes, it helps in the fixation of dyes to fabrics, improving color retention and vibrancy.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Thioglycolic acid sodium salt is employed in various analytical techniques, such as chromatography, to separate and identify compounds based on their reactivity.
  • Metal Treatment: It acts as a chelating agent in metal finishing processes, effectively removing impurities and enhancing the quality of metal surfaces.

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