Description

Lithium 2-Mercaptolactate is a specialized organolithium compound featuring both a carboxylate and a thiol functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable reagent and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for its role in constructing complex molecules and modifying material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring the introduction of sulfur-containing moieties or lithium-mediated coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification Agent: Acts as a chain transfer agent or cross-linking component in the production of specialty polymers, including those with enhanced adhesive or elastomeric properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organometallic chemistry and new synthetic methodology development.
• Ligand Precursor: Can be utilized to synthesize complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to modify the surface properties of inorganic materials or nanoparticles through its reactive thiol and carboxylate groups.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium 2-Mercaptolactate
CAS No.	94138-93-9
Molecular Formula	C3H5LiO3S
Molecular Weight	112.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptolactic acid lithium salt; Lithium 2-sulfanylpropanoate; 2-Sulfanylpropanoic acid lithium salt; 2-Mercaptopropionic acid lithium salt (common name); Thioglycolic acid, lithium salt, methyl-; Lithium α-mercaptopropionate; 94138-93-9
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Quality Control

Our Lithium 2-Mercaptolactate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, impurity profile, and moisture content, supporting its use in regulated research and development environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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