Thiotaurine
Chemical compound From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Thiotaurine is a bioactive analog of taurine.[1] It is used as a moisturizer and antioxidant in some cosmetic products.[2]
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IUPAC name
2-Aminoethanethiosulfonic acid | |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.019.017 |
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MeSH | C051160 |
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C2H7NO2S2 | |
Molar mass | 141.20 g·mol−1 |
Melting point | 213-214 °C |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Preparation
Thiotaurine is made by transsulfuration of thiocysteine and hypotaurine.[3]
References
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