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2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+

ARAvailable on request

Order 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ (CAS 60-24-2) online at Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents. Catalogue no. ZX-009829.

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2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ chemical structure
CAS number60-24-2
FormulaC2H6OS
Molar mass78.14 g/mol
Physical formLiquid
HS code29309090
UN numberUN 2966
Purity≥99%
InChIKeyDGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-sulfanylethanol

About 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+

2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ is part of the Zemixal sulfur Compounds (Thiols, Sulfides, Sulfonates) range. For your records (AR), the material is defined by CAS 60-24-2, formula C2H6OS and molar mass 78.14 g/mol. Typical appearance is clear colourless liquid.

Typical applications

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Handling and storage

Physical constants on file: density 1.11 g/mL at 25 °C. Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H301, H302, H310 and H311). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures. For transport it ships as UN UN 2966.

Available as 100 mL, 500 mL and 4 x 25 kg. Larger or split packs can be arranged. Each lot travels with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Organic synthesis
  • API synthesis

Applications

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and QCResearch Labs and Universities

Grade guides

AR Grade (Analytical Reagent)

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+
Product name2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+
Catalogue numberZX-009829
CAS number60-24-2
IUPAC name2-sulfanylethanol
Molecular formulaC2H6OS
Molar mass78.14 g/mol
Exact mass78.0139
GradeAR
Purity / assay≥99%
Physical formLiquid
AppearanceClear colourless liquid
Density1.11 g/mL at 25 °C
XLogP3-0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 2
Topological polar surface area21.2 Ų
HS code29309090
UN numberUN 2966
InChIKeyDGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESC(CS)O
PubChem CID1567
Synonymsß-Mercaptoethanol, 2-Hydroxyethylmercaptan, BME, Thioethylene glycol, 2-mercaptoethanol, Beta-Mercaptoethanol, Mercaptoethanol, Thioglycol, Ethanol, 2-mercapto-, 2-Thioethanol, 2-Hydroxyethanethiol, Monothioglycol

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS06 Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful
GHS08 Health hazard
Health hazard
GHS09 Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Signal word Danger

  • H301Toxic if swallowed
  • H302Harmful if swallowed
  • H310Fatal in contact with skin
  • H311Toxic in contact with skin
  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318Causes serious eye damage
  • H331Toxic if inhaled
  • H332Harmful if inhaled
  • H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
  • H373May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+
100 mLQuoted on request
500 mLQuoted on request
4 x 25 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+

Which CAS number identifies 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+?
2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ is registered under CAS 60-24-2. You may also see it listed as ß-Mercaptoethanol, 2-Hydroxyethylmercaptan, BME. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-009829.
What are the formula and molar mass of 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+?
For 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+, its formula is C2H6OS and its molar mass is 78.14 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-sulfanylethanol. InChIKey DGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+?
This listing is AR grade with ≥99% purity. Standard packs are 100 mL, 500 mL, 4 x 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ to my country?
Yes. Because 2-Mercapto ethanol, GR 99%+ is classed as hazardous (UN 2966), it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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