Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimercapto-


Chemical Name: Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dimercapto-
CAS Number: 2418-14-6
Product Number: AG006X62(AGN-PC-015IET)
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Molecular Formula: C4H6O4S2
Molecular Weight: 182.2180

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Signal Word:
Danger
UN#:
3077
Hazard Statements:
H315-H319-H413
Precautionary Statements:
P501-P273-P264-P280-P302+P352-P337+P313-P305+P351+P338-P362+P364-P332+P313
Class:
9
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2,3-Dimercaptosuccinic acid, also known as DMSA, is a powerful chelating agent commonly used in chemical synthesis. Its unique chemical structure with two thiol (sulfhydryl) groups allows it to effectively bind to heavy metals such as lead, mercury, and arsenic, forming stable complexes that can be easily excreted from the body.In chemical synthesis, 2,3-Dimercaptosuccinic acid serves as a versatile ligand in the preparation of coordination complexes and metal chelates. It is particularly valuable in environmental and analytical chemistry for its ability to selectively extract and analyze heavy metals from complex sample matrices.Furthermore, 2,3-Dimercaptosuccinic acid is used in the production of pharmaceuticals and in the formulation of drugs for treating heavy metal poisoning. Its chelating properties make it an essential component in detoxification therapies and metal-based treatments.Overall, 2,3-Dimercaptosuccinic acid plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis by facilitating the removal and manipulation of heavy metals, contributing to various industrial, environmental, and medicinal applications.