2-Mercaptoethanol
TL;DR: 2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS 60-24-2) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C2H6OS and molecular weight 78.01394 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
2-sulfanylethanol
Also Known As: 2-mercaptoethanol, Mercaptoethanol, Thioglycol, Beta-Mercaptoethanol, 2-Sulfanylethanol
Application Areas
Top 5 of 22 IPC patent classification(s) from the SureChEMBL global patent database.
Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C2H6OS |
| Molecular Weight | 78.01394 g/mol |
| XLogP | -0.2 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 21.2 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 2 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 2 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 1 |
| Exact Mass | 78.01394 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 4 |
| Complexity | 10.0 |
| Purity | ≥99.0% |
| Melting Point | -148 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 315 to 316 °F at 742 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.1143 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Flash Point | 165 °F (NFPA, 2010) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1 mmHg at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Refractive Index | Index of refraction: 1.4996 at 20 °C/D |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | C(CS)O |
| InChIKey | DGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 2-Mercaptoethanol is used in biotechnology workflows and life-science research, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Typical specifications: commercial lots are supplied at ≥99.0%. CoreyChem supplies 2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS 60-24-2) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
A biotechnology compound supplied by CoreyChem, 2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS 60-24-2) has the molecular formula C2H6OS and a molecular weight of 78.01 g/mol. Reported properties include a density of 1.1143 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³, a solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992). It is also known as 2-mercaptoethanol and Mercaptoethanol.
CoreyChem provides it with COA documentation, and custom synthesis from milligram to multi-kilogram scales is available on request. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Safety Information
H301 + H331, H310, H315, H317, H318, H361f, H373, H410
Chemical Property Profile of 2-Mercaptoethanol
Property Insights of 2-Mercaptoethanol
The XLogP value of -0.2 indicates that 2-Mercaptoethanol is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 21.2 Ų, 2-Mercaptoethanol exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 2-Mercaptoethanol has 2 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 2 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
The CAS number of 2-Mercaptoethanol is 60-24-2.
What is the molecular formula of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
The molecular formula of 2-Mercaptoethanol is C2H6OS.
What is the molecular weight of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
The molecular weight of 2-Mercaptoethanol is 78.01394 g/mol.
What are the applications of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
2-Mercaptoethanol is used in biotechnology workflows and life-science research, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Typical specifications: commercial lots are supplied at ≥99.0%. CoreyChem...
Where can I buy 2-Mercaptoethanol?
You can request a quote for 2-Mercaptoethanol directly from CoreyChem. Contact us or email [email protected] for pricing and availability.
Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 2-Mercaptoethanol?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 2-Mercaptoethanol and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.