CAS 60-24-2: 2-Mercaptoethanol

Description:2-Mercaptoethanol, also known as β-mercaptoethanol, is a colorless, viscous liquid with a strong, unpleasant odor reminiscent of rotten eggs. It is a thiol compound characterized by the presence of a sulfhydryl (-SH) group attached to a two-carbon ethyl chain. This compound is highly soluble in water and polar organic solvents, making it useful in various biochemical applications. 2-Mercaptoethanol is commonly employed as a reducing agent in protein chemistry, particularly in the denaturation of proteins and the reduction of disulfide bonds, facilitating the study of protein structure and function. Additionally, it serves as a stabilizing agent for enzymes and other biomolecules in laboratory settings. However, it is important to handle 2-mercaptoethanol with care, as it is toxic and can cause irritation to the skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Proper safety precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment, are essential when working with this compound.

Formula:C₂H₆OS

InChI:InChI=1S/C2H6OS/c3-1-2-4/h3-4H,1-2H2

InChI key:InChIKey=DGVVWUTYPXICAM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES:OCCS

Synonyms:
1-Hydroxy-2-mercaptoethane
1-Mercapto-2-hydroxyethane
2-Hydroxy-1-ethanethiol
2-Hydroxyethanethiol
2-Hydroxyethyl mercaptan
2-Me
2-Mercapto Ethanol
2-Mercapto-1-ethanol
2-Mercaptoetanol
2-Mercaptoethanol
See more synonyms
2-Mercaptoethyl alcohol
2-Sulfanylethan-1-ol
2-Sulfanylethanol
Beta-mercapto
Beta-mercaptoethanol
Ethylene glycol, monothio-
Hydroxyethyl mercaptan
Mercaptoethanol
Monothioaethylenglykol
Monothioethylene glycol
Monothioglycol
Nsc 3723
Thioethylene glycol
Thioglycol
Thiomonoglycol
Β-Met
β-Hydroxyethanethiol
β-Hydroxyethylmercaptan
β-Mercapto
β-Mercaptoethanol
Ethanol, 2-mercapto-
b-Mercaptoethanol, MB Grade (1.12006)
2-Mercaptoethanol, Molecular Biology Grade Thioethylene glycol, Molecular Biology Grade
ethylene thioglycol
Thioethylene glycol~Thioglycol
2-Mercaptoethanol Thioethylene glycol

Found 14 products.

Product data	Purity	Price range	Estimated delivery
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: 3B-M0058CAS: 60-24-2	>98.0%(GC)	27.00 €~62.00 €	Mon 07 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol [for Electrophoresis] REF: 3B-M1948CAS: 60-24-2	>99.0%(GC)	29.00 €~43.00 €	Mon 07 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol, Electrophoresis Grade, 98+% REF: 02-J66742CAS: 60-24-2	98+%	To inquire	Tue 08 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol, 98+% REF: 02-A15890CAS: 60-24-2	98+%	To inquire	Tue 08 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: 10-F003836CAS: 60-24-2	98.0%	24.00 €~95.00 €	Thu 10 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoetanol para biología molecular REF: 24-A1108CAS: 60-24-2	- - -	To inquire	Thu 10 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: 04-CA14904100CAS: 60-24-2	- - -	To inquire	Thu 17 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol, 99%, pure REF: AC-12547CAS: 60-24-2	99%	43.00 €~266.00 €	Thu 17 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: 4Z-E-157004CAS: 60-24-2	- - -	To inquire	Mon 21 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: 3D-FM46173CAS: 60-24-2	Min. 98 Area-%	152.00 €~633.00 €	Fri 25 Apr 25
2-Mercaptoethanol REF: TR-M225480CAS: 60-24-2	- - -	212.00 €~343.00 €	Tue 27 May 25
2-Mercaptoethanol for molecular biology, 99% REF: SR-83759CAS: 60-24-2	min. 99%	- - -	Discontinued product
2-Mercaptoethanol pure, 99% REF: SR-69892CAS: 60-24-2	min. 99%	- - -	Discontinued product
2-Mercaptoethanol for cell culture, 99%, Endotoxin (BET) 0.05EU/ml REF: SR-20490CAS: 60-24-2	min. 99%	- - -	Discontinued product