Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 7… 68-11-1

Name: Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046840

About Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Mercaptoacetic acid, a synthetic reagent registered under CAS number 68-11-1, specified at 78.00–82.00% purity. Its molecular formula is C2H4O2S and its molecular weight is 92.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-sulfanylacetic acid. Alternative names: thioglycolic acid and 2-Mercaptoacetic acid.

The product is provided as a solution. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, reaction development and medicinal chemistry. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

We offer Mercaptoacetic acid in 100 mL and 500 mL 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

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%
Catalogue No.	VQ-046840
CAS Number	68-11-1
IUPAC name	2-sulfanylacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₂H₄O₂S
Molecular weight	92.12 g/mol
Exact mass	91.9932
Purity / assay	78.00–82.00%
HSN code	29309099
InChIKey	CWERGRDVMFNCDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)S
PubChem CID	1133

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
LogP (XLogP3)	0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	38.3 Å²
Synonyms	thioglycolic acid, 2-Mercaptoacetic acid, 2-Thioglycolic acid, Thioglycollic acid, Acetic acid, mercapto-, Sulfanylacetic acid, Thiovanic acid, Glycolic acid, thio-, Acide thioglycolique, Glycolic acid, 2-thio-, Mercaptoethanoic acid, Kyselina thioglykolova

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H331Toxic if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P363, 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.

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 68-11-1

Extra Pure

Thioglycollic acid, 80%

CAS: 68-11-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₂S
MW: 92.12 g/mol

VQ-001000

EP

Thioglycollic acid, EP 80%

CAS: 68-11-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₂S
MW: 92.12 g/mol

VQ-047187

AR

Thioglycollic acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 68-11-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₂S
MW: 92.12 g/mol

VQ-001001

Puriss

Thioglycollic acid, puriss, 99%+

CAS: 68-11-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₂S
MW: 92.12 g/mol

VQ-001002

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%?

The CAS Registry Number of Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% is 68-11-1. It is also known as thioglycolic acid, 2-Mercaptoacetic acid, 2-Thioglycolic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%?

Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% has the molecular formula C2H4O2S and a molecular weight of 92.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-sulfanylacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% can I order?

We supply Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% in (78.00–82.00%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00%?

Yes. Every lot of Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% 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 Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Mercaptoacetic acid, 80% solution in water, 78.00–82.00% 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.