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Ethyl mercaptoacetate, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A14321.22
100 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Ethyl mercaptoacetate, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: A14321.22
100 g, Each
Quantity
Catalog number: A14321.22
also known as A14321-22
Price (EUR)
63,27 Online price
70,30
Each
Quantity
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS
623-51-8
IUPAC Name
ethyl 2-sulfanylacetate
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2S
InChI Key
PVBRSNZAOAJRKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCOC(=O)CS
Specifications
Specification SheetRefractive Index
1.4555-1.4595 @ 20?C
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay (GC)
≥98.0%
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms
Form
Liquid
Description
It finds its application in the reaction of the dilithio-derivative with an aldehyde, followed by conversion to the episulfide by reaction with ethyl chloroformate, and desulfurization with triethyl phosphite, leads to the (E)-2-alkenoic acid with high stereoselectivity. It is used as depilatories, hair straightening agent, hair waving agent, and reducing agent in cosmetic industry.
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Applications
It finds its application in the reaction of the dilithio-derivative with an aldehyde, followed by conversion to the episulfide by reaction with ethyl chloroformate, and desulfurization with triethyl phosphite, leads to the (E)-2-alkenoic acid with high stereoselectivity. It is used as depilatories, hair straightening agent, hair waving agent, and reducing agent in cosmetic industry.
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
Notes
Air sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents and air. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Protect from electrostatic charges and store away from ignition sources. Store under inert gas.
It finds its application in the reaction of the dilithio-derivative with an aldehyde, followed by conversion to the episulfide by reaction with ethyl chloroformate, and desulfurization with triethyl phosphite, leads to the (E)-2-alkenoic acid with high stereoselectivity. It is used as depilatories, hair straightening agent, hair waving agent, and reducing agent in cosmetic industry.
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
Notes
Air sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents and air. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Protect from electrostatic charges and store away from ignition sources. Store under inert gas.
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Safety and Handling
Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
Flammable liquids
Category 3
Acute oral toxicity
Category 3
Skin Corrosion/Irritation
Category 2
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
Category 2
Label Elements
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H301 - Toxic if swallowed
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
Physical Hazards
H226 - Flammable liquid and vapor
Precautionary Statements
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician