6-Mercaptohexanoic Acid

• CAT Number: R032864
• CAS Number: 17689-17-7
• Molecular Formula: C6H12O2S
• Molecular Weight: 148.22
• Purity: 90%
• Synonyms: 5-Carboxy-1-pentanethiol; 5-Mercaptopentanecarboxylic Acid; 6-Mercaptocaproic Acid; NSC 310239; ε-Mercaptocapronic Acid
• Appearance: Colorless to yellow liquid
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 6-sulfanylhexanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O2S/c7-6(8)4-2-1-3-5-9/h9H,1-5H2,(H,7,8)
• InChIKey: CMNQZZPAVNBESS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(CCC(=O)O)CCS

6-Mercaptohexanoic Acid（Cat No.:R032864） is a versatile thiol-containing carboxylic acid used extensively in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. Featuring a six-carbon chain, it is valuable for synthesizing various organic compounds and exploring thiol chemistry. This compound’s ability to form strong bonds with metals makes it ideal for developing metal-binding drugs and studying enzyme inhibition. In addition, 6-Mercaptohexanoic Acid is employed in creating self-assembled monolayers for surface modification and nanotechnology applications, highlighting its broad utility in scientific research and advanced material development.