Dodecyl Methanethiosulfonate (CAS 355803-77-9)

Dodecyl Methanethiosulfonate specifically and rapidly reacts with thiols to form mixed disulfides. Dodecyl Methanethiosulfonate is used to probe the structures of the ACh receptor channel, of the GABA receptor channel, and of lactose permease.Dodecyl Methanethiosulfonate, known as DMTS, serves as a potent organic compound with diverse applications in scientific investigations. Functioning as a zwitterionic surfactant, DMTS possesses both hydrophilic and hydrophobic ends, enabling its utility across a wide array of tasks. In recent decades, intensive studies have unveiled numerous biochemical and physiological impacts of DMTS on organisms.Within the realm of scientific research, DMTS finds significant roles. It acts as a surfactant in cell cultures, demonstrating its efficacy in augmenting cell adhesion and viability. Moreover, it plays a pivotal role in protein purification, facilitating protein solubilization and enhancing purification efficiency. Notably, DMTS extends its utility to bioremediation, aiding in the mitigation of heavy metal toxicity in aquatic environments.