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Specialty Acid
3-Mercaptopropionic Acid
Product Name:
3-Mercaptopropionic Acid
CAS No.:
107-96-0
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Product description
3-Mercaptopropionic Acid is an organosulfur compound widely used in pharmaceuticals, polymer synthesis, metal treatment chemicals, and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is commonly utilized as a chain transfer agent, intermediate, and stabilizer in various industrial applications.
Basic information
- Product Name
- 3-Mercaptopropionic Acid
- Chemical Name
- 3-Mercaptopropionic acid
- CAS Number
- 107-96-0
- Molecular Weight
- 106.14 g/mol
- IUPAC Name
- 3-Sulfanylpropanoic acid
- Appearance
- Colorless to pale yellow liquid with strong odor
- Category
- Specialty Acid
Synonyms
3-Mercaptopropionic acid
β-Mercaptopropionic acid
Thiolactic acid
3-Sulfanylpropanoic acid
Storage conditions
- Store in tightly closed containers
- Keep in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
- Protect from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight
- Store away from oxidizing agents and strong bases
- Keep container properly sealed after use
Safety & hazards
- Corrosive to skin and eyes
- Harmful if swallowed or inhaled
- May cause respiratory irritation
- Strong unpleasant sulfur odor
- Avoid direct contact and inhalation