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Dithioerythritol, 99%

Synonyms: DTE · erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol · erythro-2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-butanedithiol · Cleland's reagent

CAS No.6892-68-8
FormulaC4H10O2S2
Mol. weight154.30
Catalogue No.VQ-003318
Purity99%
HSN29309099

Dithioerythritol (CAS 6892-68-8) – molecular biology reagent, Puriss grade, 99%. C4H10O2S2, MW 154.3. Supplied by Vaqora Chemicals with COA, exported worldwide.

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About Dithioerythritol, 99%

Listed under CAS 6892-68-8, Dithioerythritol is a molecular biology reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals (Puriss grade), specified at 99% purity. With the molecular formula C4H10O2S2, it has a molar mass of 154.3 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol. It is also known as DTE or erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol.

It is supplied as a solid. Key physical data: a melting point of 82-84 °C. Keep the material at 2–8 °C and protect it from moisture. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows, protein analysis and reduction reactions. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs, Dithioerythritol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis
  • Reduction reactions

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product nameDithioerythritol, 99%
Catalogue No.VQ-003318
CAS Number6892-68-8
IUPAC name(2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol
Molecular formulaC4H10O2S2
Molecular weight154.3 g/mol
Exact mass154.0122
GradePuriss
Purity / assay99%
HSN code29309099
InChIKeyVHJLVAABSRFDPM-ZXZARUISSA-N
SMILESC([C@H]([C@H](CS)O)O)S
PubChem CID439352
Physical properties
Physical formSolid
AppearanceSolid
Melting point82-84 °C
LogP (XLogP3)-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors4 / 4
TPSA42.5 Ų
Storage2–8 °C
SynonymsDTE, erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, erythro-2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-butanedithiol, Cleland's reagent, 1,4-Dithioerythritol, Dithioerythreitol, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (2R,3S)-rel-, (2R,3S)-1,4-disulfanylbutane-2,3-diol, (2R*,3S*)-1,4-dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (R*,S*)-, GlyTouCan:G15985JF, trans-1,4-Dimercaptobutane-2,3-diol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

GHS07 Harmful / irritant
Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Dithioerythritol, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Dithioerythritol, 99% is 6892-68-8. It is also known as DTE, erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, erythro-2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-butanedithiol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dithioerythritol, 99%?

Dithioerythritol, 99% has the molecular formula C4H10O2S2 and a molecular weight of 154.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dithioerythritol, 99% can I order?

We supply Dithioerythritol, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dithioerythritol, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Dithioerythritol, 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 Dithioerythritol, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dithioerythritol, 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.

How should Dithioerythritol, 99% be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.

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