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China and India are the leading exporters of 2-Mercaptopropionic acid (CAS 79-42-5), accounting for the majority of global shipments in recent years, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Import volumes into the U.S. and EU have remained relatively stable since 2022, with modest upward pressure observed on 2-Mercaptopropionic acid prices amid tightening supply from key Asian producers.
2-Mercaptopropionic acid (CAS 79-42-5) is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, unpleasant sulfurous odor; it is moderately volatile and has a boiling point of approximately 214–216 °C at atmospheric pressure. It is classified as a thiol-containing aliphatic carboxylic acid and serves primarily as a specialty organic intermediate. Its principal industrial applications include synthesis of pharmaceuticals (e.g., antithyroid agents), agrochemicals (e.g., herbicides and plant growth regulators), and polymer additives such as metal chelators and stabilizers. It is also employed in the production of photographic chemicals and certain dyes.
2-Mercaptopropionic acid is an important raw material for organic synthesis, mainly used in the preparation of herbicides, plasticized heat stabilizers and antioxidants, as well as the deployment of daily spices.
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals - Food Additives. See more about what is 2-Mercaptopropionic acid and 2-Mercaptopropionic acid SDS information.
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