Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of 3-Sulfanylpropanoic acid (CAS: 107-96-0)?
Answer
3-Sulfanylpropanoic acid is primarily used in pharmaceuticals as a building block for drug development, particularly in the synthesis of sulfhydryl-containing drugs. It also finds applications in industrial chemical processes, food flavoring, and research for its role in biochemistry and polymer science. Its unique structure makes it valuable in the production of various chemical derivatives and functional materials.
About
CAS No
107-96-0
English Name
3-Sulfanylpropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C3H6O2S
Molecular Weight
106.146 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)CCS
InChIKey
DKIDEFUBRARXTE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07