Monothioglycerol
Industrial Applications
Monothioglycerol is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as an antioxidant and reducing agent. It plays an important role in stabilizing enzymes, proteins, and other oxidation-sensitive drug components in formulations. Monothioglycerol is commonly incorporated into injectable solutions, biologics, and diagnostic reagents to maintain chemical stability and prevent degradation caused by oxidative stress.
Physical Properties
Monothioglycerol is a pale yellow, water-soluble organic compound containing both thiol and glycerol functional groups. It has a characteristic sulfurous odor and exhibits strong reducing properties. Its hygroscopic nature and high solubility in water make it effective in aqueous pharmaceutical systems, while its thiol group provides antioxidant activity that helps protect sensitive ingredients from oxidation.
Grade
- Injectable
- USP-NF
- IP
- CDMF
- DMF
Other Names
- Mercapto-Glycerol
- Thioglycerol
- 2-Hydroxypropane-1-thiol
Abbreviations
- MTG
- HS-Gly
Form
- Liquid
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