Sodium mercaptopyruvate

CAS: 10255-67-1

Ref. 3D-FS145294

Product Information

• Name: Sodium mercaptopyruvate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Sodium mercaptopyruvate is a pyruvate compound that is synthesized by the reaction of sodium sulfide with 3-bromopyruvic acid. It has been shown to be effective in treating emphysema, chronic bronchitis and seborrheic dermatitis. Sodium mercaptopyruvate has also been found to modify the activity of enzymes that are related to inflammation and autoimmune diseases. This drug is an efficient nucleophile, which is important for its ability to interact with proteins via covalent modification. The compound can also be used as a substrate for various dehydrogenases, which can lead to metabolic reactions mediated by these enzymes.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 142.11 g/mol
• Formula: C₃H₃NaO₃S
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Solid