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2-Mercaptoimidazole is a compound that functions as a chelating agent in development applications. It acts by forming coordination complexes with metal ions, particularly copper and zinc, at the molecular level. This interaction allows 2-Mercaptoimidazole to effectively sequester metal ions, preventing their participation in various chemical reactions. 2-Mercaptoimidazole′s mechanism of action involves the formation of stable complexes with metal ions, thereby inhibiting their catalytic activity in experimental systems. By chelating metal ions, 2-Mercaptoimidazole may influence the outcome of chemical reactions and biochemical processes, which may be useful for studying metal ion-dependent pathways and mechanisms. Its ability to interact with metal ions at the molecular level makes 2-Mercaptoimidazole a component in experimental systems where the regulation of metal ion activity is of interest.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
2-Mercaptoimidazole, 1 g | sc-238107 | 1 g | $41.00 |