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2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt (CAS 4076-02-2)

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Alternate Names:
Sodium 2,3-dimercaptopropanesulfonate
Application:
2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt is a chelating agent for heavy metals
CAS Number:
4076-02-2
Molecular Weight:
210.27
Molecular Formula:
C3H7NaO3S3
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2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt is a chelating agent in various biochemical and biophysical studies. It has the ability to bind to metal ions, particularly heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and cadmium. Its chelating properties make it useful in the purification and analysis of metalloproteins and metal-containing enzymes. 2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt is the preparation of metal complexes for structural and functional studies.


2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt (CAS 4076-02-2) References

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2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt, 250 mg

sc-280292
250 mg
$65.00