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2-Mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride, 97+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 11486967
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Description

An inhibitor of DMBA-induced mammary tumors2-Mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride acts as a precursor in taurine biosynthesis and component of coenzyme A. It is involved in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients like ranitidine and nizatidine. It acts as an antidote for acetaminophen poisoning. Further, it is used in the oral treatment of nephropathic cystinosis, radiation sickness and disorders of cysteine excretion. In addition to this, it serves as an antioxidant and an inhibitor of 7,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene (DMBA)-induced tumors.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
An inhibitor of DMBA-induced mammary tumors2-Mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride acts as a precursor in taurine biosynthesis and component of coenzyme A. It is involved in the preparation of active pharmaceutical ingredients like ranitidine and nizatidine. It acts as an antidote for acetaminophen poisoning. Further, it is used in the oral treatment of nephropathic cystinosis, radiation sickness and disorders of cysteine excretion. In addition to this, it serves as an antioxidant and an inhibitor of 7,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene (DMBA)-induced tumors.

Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.

Notes
Store in a cool place. Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 156-57-0
Molecular Formula C2H8ClNS
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 113.60
MDL Number MFCD00012904
InChI Key OGMADIBCHLQMIP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym cysteamine hydrochloride, 2-aminoethanethiol hydrochloride, cysteamine hcl, cysteaminium chloride, 2-mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride, 2-mercaptoethylamine hcl, bekaptan, mercaptamine hydrochloride, merkamin hydrochloride
PubChem CID 9082
IUPAC Name 2-aminoethanethiol;hydrochloride
SMILES [H+].[Cl-].NCCS

Specifications

Melting Point 65°C to 69°C
Quantity 25 g
Beilstein 3590083
Sensitivity Hygroscopic
Merck Index 14,2779
Solubility Information Soluble in water,ethanol,methanol and dimethyl sulfoxide.
Formula Weight 113.61
Percent Purity ≥98%
Chemical Name or Material 2-Mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride

Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • 2-Mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Skin sensitiser Category 1
 Hazard Statement
  • H302-Harmful if swallowed.
  • H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
  • P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Mercaptamine hydrochloride

RUO – Research Use Only

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