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Compound Overview
1-Thioglycerol (CAS 96-27-5) is a research-grade small molecule supplied by TargetMol.
Physical Properties
| CAS Number | 96-27-5 |
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| Molecular Formula | C3H8O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 108.16 g/mol |
| SMILES | OCC(O)CS |
| Form | Solid |
| Shipping | Room Temperature (RT) |
Biological Activity
1-Thioglycerol, widely utilized as a reducing agent in protein chemistry and molecular biology, serves to safeguard proteins against oxidation and denaturation by reducing disulfide bonds to their thiol bases for subsequent modification or analysis. Additionally, its exploration in medical applications comprises its potential as a cystic fibrosis inhibitor to enhance lung cell function. It also finds application in the preparation of metal nanoparticles and as a stabilizer in specific pharmaceutical formulations.
Safety & Regulatory
For Research Use Only (RUO). Not for therapeutic, diagnostic, or clinical use. Wear appropriate PPE and consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) prior to handling.
When solubility is listed as < 1 mg/mL, the compound dissolves to less than 1 mg per milliliter in water at 25 °C, pH 7.4. Such compounds require an organic co-solvent such as DMSO to prepare a concentrated stock, which is then diluted into aqueous assay buffer. For cell-based assays, keep the final DMSO concentration below 0.1% (v/v) to avoid solvent-induced cytotoxicity.
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