betathiolpropionic
Betathiolpropionic, also known as 3-mercaptopropionic acid, is an organosulfur compound with the chemical formula HSCH2CH2COOH. It is a colorless liquid with a strong, unpleasant odor. This compound is a derivative of propionic acid where a thiol group (-SH) is substituted at the beta position. Betathiolpropionic is soluble in water and organic solvents.
It plays a role as an antioxidant and is used in various industrial applications. In the chemical