Description

Dimercaprol is a potent chelating agent primarily used for the treatment of heavy metal poisoning. Its unique chemical structure, featuring two sulfhydryl groups, enables it to bind strongly to toxic metals like arsenic, mercury, and lead, forming stable, non-toxic complexes that can be excreted from the body. This product is essential for pharmaceutical manufacturers, clinical toxicology, and research laboratories developing antidotes and detoxification protocols.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Antidote: Primary active ingredient in injectable formulations for the emergency treatment of acute heavy metal poisoning.
• Clinical Toxicology: Used in hospital settings for chelation therapy in cases of arsenic, mercury, or gold intoxication.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical reagent in biochemical and pharmacological studies investigating metal toxicity and detoxification pathways.
• Veterinary Medicine: Applied in veterinary practices for treating metal poisoning in animals.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used as a protecting group or intermediate in the synthesis of specialized organic compounds due to its reactive thiol groups.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a complexing agent in analytical methods for the detection and quantification of specific metal ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimercaprol
CAS No.	16495-16-2
Molecular Formula	C3H8OS2
Molecular Weight	124.23 g/mol
Synonyms	BAL; British Anti-Lewisite; 2,3-Dimercapto-1-propanol; 2,3-Dimercaptopropanol; Dimercaptopropanol; Sulfactin; Antoxol; Dicaptol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimercaprol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. We can support compliance with relevant pharmacopeial standards (e.g., USP, BP) upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert gas (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Optimal storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow, oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity	1.235 - 1.255
Refractive Index	1.572 - 1.582
Related Substances (HPLC)	Meet internal purity criteria

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.