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β-Mercaptoethylamine Hydrochloride, Fisher BioReagents

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Description

β-Mercaptoethylamine HCl is used as an antioxidant in several biochemical procedures.
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 156-57-0
Molecular Formula C2H8ClNS
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 113.60
MDL Number MFCD00012904
InChI Key OGMADIBCHLQMIP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym cysteamine hydrochloride, 2-aminoethanethiol hydrochloride, cysteamine hcl, cysteaminium chloride, 2-mercaptoethylamine hydrochloride, 2-mercaptoethylamine hcl, bekaptan, mercaptamine hydrochloride, merkamin hydrochloride
PubChem CID 9082
IUPAC Name 2-aminoethanethiol;hydrochloride
SMILES [H+].[Cl-].NCCS

Specifications

Melting Point 66°C
Color White
pH 3.3 to 5.0
Assay Percent Range 98%
Packaging Amber Glass
Quantity 5 g
Merck Index 15, 2776
Formula Weight 113.61
Percent Purity ∼98%
Physical Form Solid
Chemical Name or Material β-Mercaptoethylamine Hydrochloride
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Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement WARNING!
Precautionary Statement Emergency Overview
Harmful if swallowed. Hygroscopic. Stench. Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use personal protective equipment. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air.

NFPA

Health:2
Flammability:1
Instability:1
Recommended Storage 4°C, desiccate
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