DL-Thioctic acid
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients 2025-03-03
Catalog ID80018625
CAS NO.1077-28-7
Purity 98%
MDL NumberMFCD00005474
EINEC214-071-2
Molecular formula C8H14O2S2
Molecular weight 206.3256
Melting point: 59~64℃
Boiling point: 160~165℃
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical Properties | Molecular formula: C8H14O2S2<br> Molecular weight: 206.33 |
| Physical Properties | Appearance: Yellow crystalline powder<br> Melting point: 60–62°C<br> Boiling point: 160–165°C<br> Density: 1.2888 g/cm³<br> Refractive index: 1.5200 |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol (50 mg/mL), chloroform, and ether.<br> Water solubility: 0.9 g/L (20°C) |
| Mechanism of Action | Acts as a cofactor in mitochondrial enzymes, involved in energy metabolism. It has strong antioxidant properties, neutralizing free radicals and regenerating other antioxidants like vitamin C and E. |
| Applications | Medicinal Uses: Used to treat diabetic neuropathy, improve insulin sensitivity, and manage other conditions related to oxidative stress.<br> Nutritional Supplement: Added to dietary supplements for its antioxidant properties.<br> Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of other pharmaceutical compounds. |
| Storage Conditions | Store at 2–8°C, protect from light. |
| Safety Information | Stable, incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.<br> Keep away from strong oxidizers. |
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