Product Identification

Product Name

alpha-Mercaptopropionyl glycine

Synonyms

(2-Mercaptopropionamido)acetic acid
2-(2-Sulfanylpropanoylamino)acetic acid
N-(2-Mercaptopropionyl)glycine
Thiolpropionamidoacetic acid

CAS

1953-02-2

Formula

C5H9NO3S

Molecular Weight

163.19999999999999

EINECS

217-778-4

RTECS

MC0596500

RTECS Class

Drug; Reproductive Effector; Human Data

Merck

12,9597

Beilstein/Gmelin

1859822

Beilstein Reference

6-04

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

95 - 97

Boiling Point

418

Vapor Pressure

4E-8 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

3.62 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

73.7 kJ/mol

Usage

Hepatoprotectant against mercury toxicity.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.

Skin

In case of skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.

Eyes

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

22

EC Safety Phrase

36/37

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing.

Exposure Effects

Harmful. Harmful if swallowed.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

207

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Sulfur oxides.