Molecular structure of 4-Mercaptobutyric Acid, CAS Number: 13095-73-3
4-Mercaptobutyric Acid (CAS 13095-73-3)
Alternate Names:
4-Thiobutyric Acid
CAS Number:
13095-73-3
Purity:
≥90%
Molecular Weight:
120.17
Molecular Formula:
C4H8O2S
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4-Mercaptobutyric acid′s distinct chemical structure renders it a reagent for synthesizing a wide array of other compounds. This compound finds extensive use in scientific research, notably in synthesizing compounds like mercaptoalkanoic acids, mercaptosuccinic acid, and mercaptoacetic acid. Additionally, 4-Mercaptobutyric acid serves as a reducing agent for synthesizing gold nanoparticles, which have applications in medicine, electronics, and catalysis. Moreover, it acts as a crosslinking agent in the production of hydrogels, which exhibit promising potential in drug delivery and tissue engineering.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Mercaptobutyric Acid, 2.5 g | sc-210102 | 2.5 g | $357.00 | |||
4-Mercaptobutyric Acid, 25 g | sc-210102A | 25 g | $1499.00 | |||
4-Mercaptobutyric Acid, 75 g | sc-210102B | 75 g | $8160.00 |