Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%

About Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%

Ethyl thioglycolate is an organosulfur compound carrying the CAS registry number 623-51-8 with a typical assay of 97%. With the molecular formula C4H8O2S, it has a molar mass of 120.17 g/mol. The IUPAC name is ethyl 2-sulfanylacetate. Common synonyms include Ethyl mercaptoacetate and Mercaptoacetic acid ethyl ester.

In its supplied form it is a clear colourless liquid. Key physical data: a boiling point of 157 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010877
CAS Number	623-51-8
IUPAC name	ethyl 2-sulfanylacetate
Molecular formula	C₄H₈O₂S
Molecular weight	120.17 g/mol
Exact mass	120.0245
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29399900
InChIKey	PVBRSNZAOAJRKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCOC(=O)CS
PubChem CID	12185

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Boiling point	157 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	27.3 Å²
Synonyms	Ethyl mercaptoacetate, Mercaptoacetic acid ethyl ester, Thioglycolic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 2-mercaptoacetate, Thioglykolsaeure-aethylester, Ethyl .alpha.-mercaptoacetate, Acetic acid, 2-mercapto-, ethyl ester, 2-mercaptoacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl alpha-mercaptoacetate, 4-03-00-00616 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), Acetic acid, mercapto, ethyl ester, Acetic acid, 2mercapto, ethyl ester

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H301Toxic if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% is 623-51-8. It is also known as Ethyl mercaptoacetate, Mercaptoacetic acid ethyl ester, Thioglycolic acid ethyl ester.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%?

Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% has the molecular formula C4H8O2S and a molecular weight of 120.17 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is ethyl 2-sulfanylacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% can I order?

We supply Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% in (97%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Ethyl thioglycolate, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Ethyl thioglycolate, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.