Description

(S)-1-Mercaptoglycerol CAS NO 120785-95-7 is a high-purity chiral building block and biochemical reagent. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical production. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require enantiomerically pure intermediates for drug discovery and process development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and anticancer drug candidates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reagent in enzymatic studies and for the synthesis of modified nucleosides or other biomimetic compounds.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands used in asymmetric catalysis to induce stereoselectivity in chemical reactions.
• Peptide Modification: Employed to introduce thiol-functionalized side chains into peptides for conjugation or structural studies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with specific functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the production of enantiomerically pure herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	(S)-1-Mercaptoglycerol
CAS No.	120785-95-7
Molecular Formula	C3H8O2S
Molecular Weight	108.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-Thioglycerol; (S)-3-Mercapto-1,2-propanediol; (S)-α-Monothioglycerol; (S)-1-Mercapto-2,3-propanediol; L-1-Mercaptoglycerol; (S)-3-Hydroxy-2-hydroxypropyl mercaptan; (2S)-3-Mercaptopropane-1,2-diol
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Quality Control

Our (S)-1-Mercaptoglycerol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high enantiomeric purity and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided, detailing results for assay, enantiomeric excess, and impurity profiles via methods such as HPLC, GC, and chiral analysis. We adhere to cGMP standards where applicable to support our clients in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and prolong shelf-life. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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