Potassium thioacetate CAS 10387-40-3

Potassium thioacetate

【Chemical Name】 Potassium thioacetate

【Other Name】 Thioacetic acid potassium salt; Potassium ethanethioate; Potassium mercaptoacetate (Note: not to be confused with thioglycolate)

【CAS No. 】 10387-40-3

【Molecular Formula】 C₂H₃KOS

【Molecular Weight】 114.21 g/mol

【Product properties】 White to off-white crystalline powder. Characteristic mercaptan-like odor. Hygroscopic. Soluble in water and polar organic solvents (e.g., methanol, ethanol). Melting point: 173–176 °C (decomposes).

【Storage】 Store in a tightly sealed container under inert gas (nitrogen) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Protect from moisture and light. Avoid exposure to air for extended periods.

【Packing】 Available in various pack sizes (e.g., 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, 50 kg drum) – please inquire for specific options.

【Application】 Common reagent for introducing thiol groups via hydrolysis or transesterification; used in organic synthesis of thioesters, heterocycles, and pharmaceutical intermediates. Also employed in bioconjugation and polymer chemistry.

【Product Specification】

• Purity: ≥ 99.0%

• Moisture content: < 0.1%

• Clarity: Clear and transparent solution (when dissolved), no sediment, no floating matter

• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder