2-Thioctic acid, 99%

Name: 2-Thioctic acid, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012307

About 2-Thioctic acid, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Thioctic acid (Synthesis grade), a sulfur heterocycle registered under CAS number 1077-28-7 with a typical assay of 99%. The compound has the formula C8H14O2S2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 206.3 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid. Common synonyms include (±)-1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid and 6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid.

It is supplied as a powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 60-62 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer 2-Thioctic acid in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Thioctic acid, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012307
CAS Number	1077-28-7
IUPAC name	5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
Molecular weight	206.3 g/mol
Exact mass	206.0435
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29309090
InChIKey	AGBQKNBQESQNJD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1CSSC1CCCCC(=O)O
PubChem CID	864

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Light yellow to dark yellow and faint yellow-brown to yellow-brown powder or crystalline powder
Melting point	60-62 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 4
TPSA	87.9 Å²
Synonyms	(±)-1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid, 6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid, DL-α-Lipoic acid, DL-6,8-Thioctic acid, (±)-α-Lipoic acid, thioctic acid, alpha-Lipoic acid, 6,8-Thioctic acid, alpha Lipoic Acid, thioctate, Tioctic Acid, Acidum thiocticum

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 1077-28-7

IP/BP/USP

Alpha-Lipoic Acid

CAS: 1077-28-7
Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
MW: 206.3 g/mol

VQ-004223

Cell Culture

Alpha-Lipoic Acid, cell culture tested

CAS: 1077-28-7
Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
MW: 206.3 g/mol

VQ-046195

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Thioctic acid, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Thioctic acid, 99% is 1077-28-7. It is also known as (±)-1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid, 6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid, DL-α-Lipoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Thioctic acid, 99%?

2-Thioctic acid, 99% has the molecular formula C8H14O2S2 and a molecular weight of 206.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Thioctic acid, 99% can I order?

We supply 2-Thioctic acid, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Thioctic acid, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Thioctic acid, 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-Thioctic acid, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Thioctic acid, 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.