Dithiodiglycolic Acid

CAS: 505-73-7

Ref. 3D-FD177784

Product Information

• Name: Dithiodiglycolic Acid
• Synonyms: 2,2'-Disulfanediyldiacetic Acid, 2,2'-Dithiobisacetic acid, 2,2-Dithiodi(Acetic) Acid, 2,2-Dithiodiglycolic Acid, 2,2′-Dithiobis(acetic acid), 2,2′-Dithiodiacetic acid, 2,2′-Dithiodiethanoic acid, 2-(Carboxymethyldisulfanyl)acetic acid, 2-[(Carboxymethyl)disulfanyl]acetic acid, 4-Dithiodiglycolic acid, Acetic acid, 2,2′-dithiobis-, Acetic acid, dithiodi-, Bis(carboxymethyl) disulfide, Bis(mercaptoacetic acid), Dithiodiacetic acid, Dithioglycolic acid, Dithioglycolic acid (40% in water), Mercaptoacetic acid disulfide, NSC 54088, Thioglycolate disulfide
• CAS: 505-73-7

Description

Dithiodiglycolic Acid is a cationic surfactant that is used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases. Dithiodiglycolic acid has been shown to be an effective suppressor of autoimmune disorders. It is thought that this may be due to the ability of dithiodiglycolic acid to react with basic proteins, such as lysyl hydroxylase, which are involved in the synthesis of collagen and elastin. The molecule is also reactive, which could contribute to its anti-inflammatory effects. Dithiodiglycolic Acid has been shown to inhibit liver cell growth and increase liver cell death. This may be due to its ability to react with hydroxyl groups on molecules that are important for protein synthesis, such as cysteine residues on basic proteins.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 182.22 g/mol
• Formula: C₄H₆O₄S₂
• Purity: Min. 95%