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3-Mercaptolactic Acid (CAS 2614-83-7)

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Alternate Names:
2-Hydroxy-3-mercaptopropanoic Acid; 3-MercaptoLactic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-3-mercaptopropanoic Acid
CAS Number:
2614-83-7
Molecular Weight:
122.14
Molecular Formula:
C3H6O3S
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For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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3-Mercaptolactic Acid is used in the process of phosphorylation and acetylation of histone H2B. Its thiol group is highly reactive and can participate in a wide range of chemical reactions, including the formation of disulfides, thioesters, and other sulfur-containing compounds. 3-Mercaptolactic acid also finds applications in polymer science, particularly in the synthesis and modification of polymers. The thiol group can undergo radical reactions that facilitate polymerization or cross-linking, leading to materials with unique properties such as enhanced strength, thermal stability, or chemical resistance. This makes 3-mercaptolactic acid useful in the development of coatings, adhesives, and elastomers for various industrial applications.


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3-Mercaptolactic Acid, 100 mg

sc-482537
100 mg
$408.00

3-Mercaptolactic Acid, 500 mg

sc-482537D
500 mg
$1581.00

3-Mercaptolactic Acid, 1 g

sc-482537A
1 g
$2703.00

3-Mercaptolactic Acid, 5 g

sc-482537B
5 g
$8670.00

3-Mercaptolactic Acid, 10 g

sc-482537C
10 g
$12852.00