2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology… 60-24-2

Name: 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-045780

About 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%

Listed under CAS 60-24-2, 2-Mercapto ethanol is a molecular biology reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals in AR / Molecular Biology grade with a typical assay of 99%. Its molecular formula is C2H6OS and its molecular weight is 78.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-sulfanylethanol. Common synonyms include Beta-Mercaptoethanol and Mercaptoethanol.

It is supplied as a liquid. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows, protein analysis and molecular biology workflows. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL and 2500 mL packs, 2-Mercapto ethanol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis
Molecular biology workflows

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-045780
CAS Number	60-24-2
IUPAC name	2-sulfanylethanol
Molecular formula	C₂H₆OS
Molecular weight	78.14 g/mol
Exact mass	78.0139
Grade	AR / Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29309090
InChIKey	DGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CS)O
PubChem CID	1567

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	21.2 Å²
Synonyms	Beta-Mercaptoethanol, Mercaptoethanol, Thioglycol, Ethanol, 2-mercapto-, Thioethylene glycol, 2-Thioethanol, 2-Hydroxyethanethiol, Monothioglycol, Thiomonoglycol, 2-Hydroxyethyl mercaptan, 2-Hydroxy-1-ethanethiol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H302Harmful if swallowed
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled
H332Harmful if inhaled
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330

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

Other grades of CAS 60-24-2

Synthesis

2-Mercapto ethanol, 98%

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MW: 78.14 g/mol

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Cell Culture

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MW: 78.14 g/mol

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GC

2-Mercapto ethanol, for GC ≥99.00%

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MW: 78.14 g/mol

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Molecular Biology

2-Mercapto ethanol, for molecular biology, 99%

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Formula: C₂H₆OS
MW: 78.14 g/mol

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AR

2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+

CAS: 60-24-2
Formula: C₂H₆OS
MW: 78.14 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% is 60-24-2. It is also known as Beta-Mercaptoethanol, Mercaptoethanol, Thioglycol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%?

2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% has the molecular formula C2H6OS and a molecular weight of 78.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-sulfanylethanol.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% in AR / Molecular Biology (99%) grade, in 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 2500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% 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 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Mercapto ethanol, AR, for molecular biology 99% 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.