2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested

Name: 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046388

About 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested

2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested is a molecular biology reagent in Cell Culture grade carrying the CAS registry number 60-24-2. The compound has the formula C2H6OS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 78.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-sulfanylethanol. Common synonyms include Beta-Mercaptoethanol and Mercaptoethanol.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows and protein analysis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested
Catalogue No.	VQ-046388
CAS Number	60-24-2
IUPAC name	2-sulfanylethanol
Molecular formula	C₂H₆OS
Molecular weight	78.14 g/mol
Exact mass	78.0139
Grade	Cell Culture
HSN code	29309090
InChIKey	DGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(CS)O
PubChem CID	1567

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
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%

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

VQ-010770

AR / Molecular Biology

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

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

VQ-045780

GC

2-Mercapto ethanol, for GC ≥99.00%

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

VQ-045637

Molecular Biology

2-Mercapto ethanol, for molecular biology, 99%

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

VQ-003235

AR

2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+

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

VQ-010771

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested 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, cell culture tested?

2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested 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, cell culture tested can I order?

We supply 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested in Cell Culture 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 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested 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, cell culture tested be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Mercapto ethanol, cell culture tested 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.