Sodium Thioglycolate 46%

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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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Size: 5KG
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Sodium Thioglycolate 46%

Concentrated
Unperfumed
Liquid

Product Type: Raw Chemical
Suitable for: Manufacturing, Disinfection, and Cleaning

Acute toxicity

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

  • CAS No: 367-51-1
  • Appearance: Colourless/slightly pink liquid
  • pH: ~ 7
  • 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.

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.
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Instructions for use

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

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