Cysteamine
Also known as: 2-Aminoethanethiol, β-Mercaptoethylamine, 2-Mercaptoethylamine, Mercaptamine, Decarboxycysteine, Thioethanolamine, Mercamine, Mercaptamin, Merkamin, 2-Aminoethyl mercaptan, 2-Amino-1-ethanethiol, MEA
Cysteamine (CAS 60-23-1) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H7NS and a molecular weight of 77.149 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 95°C, a boiling point of 133.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 34.6±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 60-23-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-24357-2
- Molecular Formula
- C2H7NS
- Molecular Weight
- 77.149 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 95°C |
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| Boiling Point | 133.6±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 34.6±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 77.029922 |
| PSA | 64.82000 |
| LogP | 0.03 |
| Vapor Pressure | 8.4±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.486 |
| Stability | Stable, but may be air-sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. de Matos, D.G., et al., Effect of cysteamine on glutathione level and developmental capacity of bovine oocyte matured in vitro. Mol Reprod Dev, 1995. 42(4): p. 432-6. [2]. Besouw, M., et al., Cysteamine: an old drug with new potential. Drug Discov Today, 2013. 18(15-16): p. 785-92. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Cysteamine?
The CAS number of Cysteamine is 60-23-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cysteamine?
Cysteamine has molecular formula C2H7NS and molecular weight 77.149 g/mol.
Is Cysteamine hazardous?
Cysteamine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Cysteamine?
For Cysteamine, Upstream Products: Cysteamine hydrochloride, hydrogen sulfide, S-(2-Aminoethyl) thiosulfuric acid; Downstream Products: Captamine, 2-Phenylthiazolidine, 2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)thiazolidine.
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