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Sodium Thioglycolate 46%

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Product Code: ST46
Acute toxicity

Sodium Thioglycolate 46% is a high-purity reducing agent for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, photography, leather tanning, paper production, water treatment, food, and biotech applications. Non-toxic, non-corrosive, and cost-effective

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Sodium Thioglycolate 46% - 5 Litre

5 Litre

ST46-5L

£25.00

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Sodium Thioglycolate 46% - 25 Litre

25 Litre

ST46-25L

£120.00

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Sodium Thioglycolate 46% - 200 Litre

200 Litre

ST46-200L

£936.00

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Sodium Thioglycolate 46% - 1000 Litre

1000 Litre

ST46-1000L

£4,492.80

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  • Product Type Raw Chemical
  • Suitable For Manufacturing, Disinfection, and Cleaning
  • Chemical Form Liquid
  • CAS Number 367-51-1
  • Product Synonyms Mercaptoacetic acid monosodium salt; mercaptoacetic acid, sodium salt; monosodium mercaptoacetate; sodium 2-mercaptoethanoate; sodium mercaptoacetate; sodium thioglycollate; thioglycolate sodium; thioglycolic acid, sodium salt; thioglycollic acid, sodium salt
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Sodium Thioglycolate 46% is a high-purity, water-soluble reducing agent widely used in various industrial applications, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and oilfield operations. This versatile chemical compound is a sodium salt of thioglycolic acid, offering a range of benefits and advantages in different industries.

The use of Sodium Thioglycolate 46% offers several benefits and advantages, including:

  • High reducing power and efficiency
  • Excellent solubility in water
  • Non-toxic and non-corrosive properties
  • Stability over a wide pH range
  • Cost-effective compared to other reducing agents

Key Usages For Sodium Thioglycolate:

  • Cosmetics and Personal Care: Used as a reducing agent in hair care products, such as hair dyes, perms, and relaxers, to break down keratin bonds and facilitate hair straightening or curling.
  • Pharmaceuticals: It is used as an intermediate in the production of certain medications, such as antibiotics and antivirals, and as a reducing agent in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds.
  • Textiles: Employed as a reducing agent in the production of synthetic fibres, such as nylon and polyester, to improve their strength and durability.
  • Photography: Used as a developing agent in photographic processing to reduce silver halides and produce high-quality images.
  • Leather Tanning: Used as a reducing agent in the tanning process to improve the softness and flexibility of leather.
  • Pulp and Paper: Used as a bleaching agent to improve the brightness and strength of paper products.
  • Water Treatment: It is used as a reducing agent to remove heavy metals and other impurities from wastewater and industrial process water.
  • Food Industry: Used as a reducing agent in the production of certain food products, such as bread and baked goods, to improve their texture and shelf life.
  • Biotechnology: It is used as a reducing agent in biotechnological applications, such as protein purification and cell culture media.

Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from open flames. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.

Please refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed information on safe handling, storage, and disposal of the product.
Acute toxicity

Signal word (CLP) :

  • Danger

Contains :

  • SODIUM THIOGLYCOLATE

Hazard statements (CLP) :

  • H301 - Toxic if swallowed.
  • H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary statements (CLP) :

  • P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P264 - Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling.
  • P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing
    protection.
  • P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor.
  • P302+P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P321 - Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instruction on this label).
  • P330 - Rinse mouth.
  • P333+P313 - If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
  • P362+P364 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
  • P405 - Store locked up.
  • P501 - Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point, in accordance with local, regional, national and/or international regulation.
Acute toxicity
UN Number: Not Regulated
Packing Group: Not Regulated

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