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S-Acetylmercaptosuccinic anhydride (SAMS) is an organic compound with applications in fields such as biochemistry, pharmacology, and chemical synthesis. Presenting as a white, crystalline powder, it is utilized as a reagent in the formation of a variety of compounds, encompassing peptides, proteins, and other organic molecules. It holds significance in the synthesis of antibiotics and agents used in cancer research. S-Acetylmercaptosuccinic anhydride also plays a role in the creation of polymers, for instance, polyethylene and polypropylene, and polysaccharides like cellulose and starch. As an anhydride, S-Acetylmercaptosuccinic anhydride has the ability to release acetic acid and mercaptosuccinic acid upon heating, which can then interact with other molecules in the reaction mixture. In addition, S-Acetylmercaptosuccinic anhydride acts as a robust oxidizing agent, capable of oxidizing other molecules within the reaction mixture.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
S-Acetylmercaptosuccinic anhydride, 5 g | sc-296288 | 5 g | $122.00 |