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What is 2-Mercaptoethanol?

2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS: 60-24-2). It's a general information appearance substance commonly used SU24 Scientific research and development

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Signal Word

danger

Classification

N/A
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Hazard Statements

  • H227: Combustible liquid.
  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H310: Fatal in contact with skin.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/ ..
  • P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P361: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
  • P405: Store locked up.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
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Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
Appearance
General Information Appearance
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
Not available
Form
Liquid
Odor
Unpleasant
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Property
Not available
Property
Not available

Product Information

  • Product Code: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the hazard signal word for 2-Mercaptoethanol?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of 2-Mercaptoethanol?

2-Mercaptoethanol is a liquid appearing as general information appearance with colorless color. It has unpleasant odor.

What is 2-Mercaptoethanol used for?

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What are the hazard statements for 2-Mercaptoethanol?

This substance has 7 hazard statements: H227: Combustible liquid. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H310: Fatal in contact with skin. H315: Causes skin irritation. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of 2-Mercaptoethanol?

The melting point is -100 °℃ (-148 °F) and the boiling point is 156-158 ℃ (313-316 °F).