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