(S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid

(S)-5-(1,2-二硫杂环戊-3-基)戊酸

Also known as: (S)-alpha-Lipoic acid, (S)-Lipoic acid, (S)-(-)-Thioctic acid, L-Thioctic acid, (S)-1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid, 5-[(3S)-dithiolan-3-yl]pentanoic acid

(S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid (CAS 1077-27-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14O2S2 and a molecular weight of 206.326 g/mol. It is also known as (S)-alpha-Lipoic acid, (S)-Lipoic acid and (S)-(-)-Thioctic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 47ºC, a boiling point of 362.5±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 173.0±19.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1077-27-6
Jingsj CID
J-1061898-3
Molecular Formula
C8H14O2S2
Chinese Name
(S)-5-(1,2-二硫杂环戊-3-基)戊酸
Molecular Weight
206.326 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point47ºC
Boiling Point362.5±11.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point173.0±19.3 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid?

The CAS number of (S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid is 1077-27-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid?

(S)-5-(1,2-dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid has molecular formula C8H14O2S2 and molecular weight 206.326 g/mol.

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