Formula: C2H6OS CAS: 60-24-2 Description: Mercaptoethanol is a colorless to yellow liquid, with an amine-like odor. It is also miscible with water. Synonyms: Monothioglycol, 2-Hydroxy-1-ethanethiol, 2-Hydroxyethanethiol, 2-Mercaptoethyl alcohol, Thiomonoglycol, Thioethylene glycol Applications: Intermediate used in the production of PVC stabilizer, Crop protection, Pharmaceuticals, Photographic chemicals, Solvent and stabilizer, Initial product for chemical syntheses and Corrosion Inhibitor Information provided by BASF |