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Atomfair Dimercaprol BAL, 2,3-Dimercaptopropanol C3H8OS2

Description Dimercaprol (C3H8OS2) , also known by its IUPAC name 2,3-bis(sulfanyl)propan-1-ol , is a potent chelating agent widely utilized in biochemical and toxicological research. This organosulfur compound features two thiol (-SH) groups, enabling it to bind heavy metals with high affinity, making it invaluable in studies involving metal poisoning and detoxification. With a molecular weight of 124.22 g/mol, Dimercaprol is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive pungent odor. It is highly soluble in alcohol and oils but sparingly soluble in water, requiring careful handling under inert conditions to prevent oxidation. Ideal for laboratory use, this compound…

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Dimercaprol (C3H8OS2), also known by its IUPAC name 2,3-bis(sulfanyl)propan-1-ol, is a potent chelating agent widely utilized in biochemical and toxicological research. This organosulfur compound features two thiol (-SH) groups, enabling it to bind heavy metals with high affinity, making it invaluable in studies involving metal poisoning and detoxification. With a molecular weight of 124.22 g/mol, Dimercaprol is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive pungent odor. It is highly soluble in alcohol and oils but sparingly soluble in water, requiring careful handling under inert conditions to prevent oxidation. Ideal for laboratory use, this compound is supplied in high purity (??98%) and is rigorously tested for consistency and performance. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and oxidizing agents to ensure stability.

  • CAS No: 1028307-48-3
  • Molecular Formula: C3H8OS2
  • Molecular Weight: 124.23
  • Exact Mass: 124.00165722
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 124.00165722
  • IUPAC Name: 2,3-bis(sulfanyl)propan-1-ol
  • SMILES: C(C(CS)S)O
  • Synonyms: DIMERCAPROL, 2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanol, 59-52-9, Sulfactin, Dicaptol

Application

Dimercaprol is primarily employed as an antidote for acute heavy metal poisoning, particularly arsenic, mercury, and gold, due to its strong chelating properties. It is also used in research to study metal ion binding mechanisms and detoxification pathways. Additionally, Dimercaprol serves as a reagent in synthetic chemistry for thiol-mediated reactions and as a stabilizing agent in biochemical assays.

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