
Catalog Number	AR003OKP
Chemical Name	Ammonium 2-mercaptoacetate
CAS Number	5421-46-5
Molecular Formula	C2H7NO2S
Molecular Weight	109.1475
MDL Number	MFCD00137451
SMILES	[O-]C(=O)CS.[NH4+]
UN Number	2810

Ammonium thioglycolate solution, also known as thioglycolic acid ammonium salt, plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis processes. This solution is commonly utilized as a reducing agent in organic synthesis, particularly in the field of hairdressing and cosmetology. Its ability to break disulfide bonds in keratin proteins makes it an essential component in chemical hair treatments such as perming and straightening.Additionally, ammonium thioglycolate solution is employed in textile and leather industries for mercerizing cotton and processing leather, as well as in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its versatile nature and reactivity make it a versatile reagent in various chemical synthesis applications.