Monothioglycerol, 90%

Name: Monothioglycerol, 90%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002538

About Monothioglycerol, 90%

Monothioglycerol is a carbohydrate carrying the CAS registry number 96-27-5 with a typical assay of ≥90%. With the molecular formula C3H8O2S, it has a molar mass of 108.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 3-sulfanylpropane-1,2-diol. It is also known as 1-Thioglycerol or 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Key physical data: a density of 1.25 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span glycobiology research, microbiology media and biochemical assays. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Monothioglycerol in 100 g, 500 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Glycobiology research
Microbiology media
Biochemical assays

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Monothioglycerol, 90%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002538
CAS Number	96-27-5
IUPAC name	3-sulfanylpropane-1,2-diol
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₂S
Molecular weight	108.16 g/mol
Exact mass	108.0245
Purity / assay	≥90%
HSN code	29309090
InChIKey	PJUIMOJAAPLTRJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(CS)O)O
PubChem CID	7291

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	1.25 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 3
TPSA	41.5 Å²
Synonyms	1-Thioglycerol, 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol, Thioglycerin, Thiovanol, alpha-Thioglycerol, Thioglycerine, Glycerol-1-thiol, 1-Mercaptoglycerol, 1-Monothioglycerol, 1,2-Propanediol, 3-mercapto-, Monothioglycerin, 2,3-Dihydroxypropanethiol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P316, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364, 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.

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 96-27-5

Synthesis

1-Thioglycerol, 99%

CAS: 96-27-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂S
MW: 108.16 g/mol

VQ-002437

AR

1-Thioglycerol, AR ≥98%

CAS: 96-27-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂S
MW: 108.16 g/mol

VQ-045616

IP

1-Thioglycerol, IP 97.0%

CAS: 96-27-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂S
MW: 108.16 g/mol

VQ-047015

Synthesis

3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol, 90%

CAS: 96-27-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₂S
MW: 108.16 g/mol

VQ-002441

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Monothioglycerol, 90%?

The CAS Registry Number of Monothioglycerol, 90% is 96-27-5. It is also known as 1-Thioglycerol, 3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol, Thioglycerin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Monothioglycerol, 90%?

Monothioglycerol, 90% has the molecular formula C3H8O2S and a molecular weight of 108.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-sulfanylpropane-1,2-diol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Monothioglycerol, 90% can I order?

We supply Monothioglycerol, 90% in (≥90%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Monothioglycerol, 90%?

Yes. Every lot of Monothioglycerol, 90% 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 Monothioglycerol, 90% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Monothioglycerol, 90% 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.