Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) disulfide, tech. 90%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) disulfide is used as an intermediate in chemical research.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) disulfide is used as an intermediate in chemical research.

Solubility
Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone, and ether.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 1892-29-1
• Molecular Formula: C4H10O2S2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 154.24
• MDL Number: MFCD00002906
• InChI Key: KYNFOMQIXZUKRK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: 2-hydroxyethyl disulfide, 2,2'-dithiodiethanol, bis 2-hydroxyethyl disulfide, ethanol, 2,2'-dithiobis, hydroxyethyl disulfide, diethanol disulfide, 2,2'-dithiobisethanol, 2-hydroxyethanedisulfide, usaf th-9, 2,2'-disulfanediyldiethanol
• PubChem CID: 15906
• ChEBI: CHEBI:43136
• IUPAC Name: 2-(2-hydroxyethyldisulfanyl)ethanol
• SMILES: OCCSSCCO

• Melting Point: ∼25°C
• Density: 1.261
• Boiling Point: 158°C to 163°C (3.5 mmHg)
• Flash Point: >110°C (230°F)
• Odor: Unpleasant
• Linear Formula: HOCH₂CH₂S-SCH₂CH₂OH
• Refractive Index: 1.57
• Quantity: 50 g
• UN Number: UN2810
• Beilstein: 1735851
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water,ethanol,acetone,and ether.
• Formula Weight: 154.24
• Percent Purity: 90%
• Grade: Technical
• Chemical Name or Material: Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) disulfide

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) disulfide

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 3
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Skin sensitiser Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H301-Toxic if swallowed.
• H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)disulfide

RUO – Research Use Only