Thioacetamide, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Thioacetamide is used in qualitative inorganic analysis as an in-situ source for sulfide ions. It is used in analytical chemistry as a source of hydrogen sulfide. It is an additive in enantioselective reduction of beta-keto esters with immobilized bakers yeast. It is also used as a vulcanizing agent of polymer and a crosslinking agent.

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
Thioacetamide is used in qualitative inorganic analysis as an in-situ source for sulfide ions. It is used in analytical chemistry as a source of hydrogen sulfide. It is an additive in enantioselective reduction of beta-keto esters with immobilized bakers yeast. It is also used as a vulcanizing agent of polymer and a crosslinking agent.

Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, benzene and petroleum ether. Slightly soluble in water and ether.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 62-55-5
• Molecular Formula: C2H5NS
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 75.13
• MDL Number: MFCD00008070
• InChI Key: YUKQRDCYNOVPGJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: thioacetamide, acetothioamide, thiacetamide, acetamide, thio, thioacetimidic acid, acetimidic acid, thio, usaf cb-21, usaf ek-1719, rcra waste number u218, acetic acid, thiono-, amide
• PubChem CID: 2723949
• ChEBI: CHEBI:32497
• IUPAC Name: ethanethioamide
• SMILES: CC(N)=S

• Melting Point: 110°C to 114°C
• Density: 1.37
• Assay Percent Range: 98%
• Quantity: 25 g
• Beilstein: 506006
• Merck Index: 14,9319
• Solubility Information: Soluble in ethanol,benzene and petroleum ether; Slightly soluble in water and ether.
• Formula Weight: 75.13
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Physical Form: Crystalline
• Chemical Name or Material: Thioacetamide

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Thioacetamide

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
• Carcinogenicity Category 1B
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H350-May cause cancer.
• H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P312-IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician/ if you feel unwell.
• 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.
• P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Thioacetamide

RUO – Research Use Only