Ammonium Thioglycolate

• CAT Number: R043794
• CAS Number: 5421-46-5
• Molecular Formula: C2H7NO2S
• Molecular Weight: 109.143
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Mercaptoacetic Acid Ammonium Salt (1:1); Mercaptoacetic Acid Monoammonium Salt; Ammonium Mercaptoacetate; Ammonium Thioglycollate; Thiofaco A-50; Thioglycolic Acid Ammonium Salt
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: azanium;2-sulfanylacetate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C2H4O2S.H3N/c3-2(4)1-5;/h5H,1H2,(H,3,4);1H3
• InChIKey: ZZTCCAPMZLDHFM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(C(=O)[O-])S.[NH4+]

Ammonium thioglycolate is a chemical compound widely used in the cosmetic industry, particularly in hair perming and straightening products. It works by breaking and reforming disulfide bonds in hair proteins, allowing hair to be reshaped. While effective for altering hair texture, it must be used carefully due to its strong odor and potential to cause skin irritation and damage if misapplied.