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Dithioerythritol, 99%

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Dithioerythritol, 99% (CAS 6892-68-8) supplier Zemixal. Request a quote with price, lead time and documents. Purity 99%.

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Dithioerythritol, 99% chemical structure
CAS number6892-68-8
FormulaC4H10O2S2
Molar mass154.3 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code29309099
Purity99%
InChIKeyVHJLVAABSRFDPM-ZXZARUISSA-N
IUPAC name(2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol

About Dithioerythritol, 99%

Dithioerythritol, 99% sits in our molecular Biology, Nucleotides & Purification Reagents section and ships worldwide from stock or short lead time. For your records (Puriss), the material is defined by CAS 6892-68-8, formula C4H10O2S2 and molar mass 154.3 g/mol. Typical appearance is solid.

Where it is used

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis
  • Reduction reactions

Safe handling

Store at 2–8 °C. Physical constants on file: melting point 82-84 °C. Classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315, H319 and H335. Read the SDS before first use.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg, and custom quantities are quoted on request. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Request pricing online and we confirm availability, documentation and freight to your country.

Typical uses

  • Electrophoresis
  • DNA/RNA workflows
  • Protein analysis
  • Reduction reactions

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Dithioerythritol, 99%
Product nameDithioerythritol, 99%
Catalogue numberZX-003318
CAS number6892-68-8
IUPAC name(2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol
Molecular formulaC4H10O2S2
Molar mass154.3 g/mol
Exact mass154.0122
GradePuriss
Purity / assay99%
Physical formSolid
AppearanceSolid
Melting point82-84 °C
XLogP3-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors4 / 4
Topological polar surface area42.5 Ų
Storage2–8 °C
HS code29309099
InChIKeyVHJLVAABSRFDPM-ZXZARUISSA-N
SMILESC([C@H]([C@H](CS)O)O)S
PubChem CID439352
SynonymsDTE, erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, erythro-2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-butanedithiol, Cleland's reagent, 1,4-Dithioerythritol, Dithioerythreitol, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (2R,3S)-rel-, (2R,3S)-1,4-disulfanylbutane-2,3-diol, (2R*,3S*)-1,4-dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (R*,S*)-, GlyTouCan:G15985JF, trans-1,4-Dimercaptobutane-2,3-diol

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

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Warning

  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H319Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 Dithioerythritol, 99%
1 gQuoted on request
5 gQuoted on request
25 gQuoted on request
100 gQuoted on request
1 kgQuoted 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 Dithioerythritol, 99%

Which CAS number identifies Dithioerythritol, 99%?
Dithioerythritol, 99% is registered under CAS 6892-68-8. You may also see it listed as DTE, erythro-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, erythro-2,3-Dihydroxy-1,4-butanedithiol. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-003318.
What are the formula and molar mass of Dithioerythritol, 99%?
For Dithioerythritol, 99%, its formula is C4H10O2S2 and its molar mass is 154.3 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol. InChIKey VHJLVAABSRFDPM-ZXZARUISSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Dithioerythritol, 99%?
This listing is Puriss grade with 99% purity. Standard packs are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Dithioerythritol, 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 Dithioerythritol, 99% to my country?
Yes. Because Dithioerythritol, 99% is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.
How do I store Dithioerythritol, 99%?
2–8 °C. Keep the container closed and follow the handling advice in the SDS.

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