Description

2-Mercaptoethanol-1,1,2,2-D4 is a deuterated analog of 2-mercaptoethanol, a critical reagent in biochemical and analytical research. This isotopically labeled compound is essential for applications requiring precise tracking and quantification, such as metabolic pathway studies and mass spectrometry. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and analytical chemistry sectors for use as an internal standard and in mechanistic investigations.

Application

• Internal standard for quantitative analysis using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) or Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS).
• Tracer compound in metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies within pharmaceutical R&D.
• Deuterated reagent for mechanistic studies in organic synthesis and catalysis.
• Critical component in proteomics research for the reduction of disulfide bonds in protein analysis.
• Use in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy as a solvent or shift reagent.
• Stable isotope labeling for environmental fate studies and degradation pathway analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercaptoethanol-1,1,2,2-D4
CAS No.	284474-53-9
Molecular Formula	C2D4H2OS
Molecular Weight	80.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptoethanol-d4; β-Mercaptoethanol-d4; 1,1,2,2-Tetradeutero-2-mercaptoethanol; Deuterated 2-mercaptoethanol; 2-Hydroxyethyl-1,1,2,2-d4 mercaptan; Monothioethylene glycol-d4; 2-Thioethanol-d4; BME-d4
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Quality Control

Our 2-Mercaptoethanol-1,1,2,2-D4 is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure high isotopic purity and chemical integrity. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as isotopic enrichment, chemical purity, and absence of key impurities. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals and stable isotope-labeled compounds.

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 degradation. 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
Isotopic Purity (D-content)	≥ 98 atom % D
Chemical Purity (GC)	≥ 97%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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