Methyl thioglycolate, 95%
Synonyms: Methyl mercaptoacetate · Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate · Thioglycolic acid methyl ester · Methylthioglycolate
Methyl thioglycolate (CAS 2365-48-2) – organosulfur compound, 95%. C3H6O2S, MW 106.15. Request a quote: COA, bulk packs and worldwide export.
About Methyl thioglycolate, 95%
Listed under CAS 2365-48-2, Methyl thioglycolate is an organosulfur compound available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 95% purity. The compound has the formula C3H6O2S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 106.15 g/mol. The IUPAC name is methyl 2-sulfanylacetate. It is also known as Methyl mercaptoacetate or Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate.
The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 42-43 °C and a density of 1.187 g/mL at 25 °C. 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.
It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.
We offer Methyl thioglycolate in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Methyl thioglycolate, 95% |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-010902 |
| CAS Number | 2365-48-2 |
| IUPAC name | methyl 2-sulfanylacetate |
| Molecular formula | C3H6O2S |
| Molecular weight | 106.15 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 106.0089 |
| Purity / assay | 95% |
| HSN code | 29420090 |
| InChIKey | MKIJJIMOAABWGF-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | COC(=O)CS |
| PubChem CID | 16907 |
| Physical form | Liquid |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Boiling point | 42-43 °C |
| Density | 1.187 g/mL at 25 °C |
| LogP (XLogP3) | 0.4 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 1 / 3 |
| TPSA | 27.3 Ų |
| Synonyms | Methyl mercaptoacetate, Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate, Thioglycolic acid methyl ester, Methylthioglycolate, Acetic acid, mercapto-, methyl ester, Methanethiol, methoxy-, Methylmercaptoacetate, Acetic acid, 2-mercapto-, methyl ester, Mercaptoacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl sulfanylacetate, 2-mercaptoacetic acid methyl ester, Thioglykolsaeure-methylester |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H226Flammable liquid and vaporH301Toxic if swallowedH302Harmful if swallowedH312Harmful in contact with skinH315Causes skin irritationH317May cause an allergic skin reactionH319Causes serious eye irritationH331Toxic if inhaledH332Harmful if inhaledH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P317, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl thioglycolate, 95%?
The CAS Registry Number of Methyl thioglycolate, 95% is 2365-48-2. It is also known as Methyl mercaptoacetate, Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate, Thioglycolic acid methyl ester.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl thioglycolate, 95%?
Methyl thioglycolate, 95% has the molecular formula C3H6O2S and a molecular weight of 106.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-sulfanylacetate.
Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl thioglycolate, 95% can I order?
We supply Methyl thioglycolate, 95% in (95%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl thioglycolate, 95%?
Yes. Every lot of Methyl thioglycolate, 95% 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 Methyl thioglycolate, 95% be shipped internationally?
Yes. Methyl thioglycolate, 95% 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.
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