DL-Thioctic acid

Molecular structure of Thioctic Acid (CAS NO.1077-28-7) is:

Product Name: Thioctic Acid
CAS Registry Number: 1077-28-7
IUPAC Name: 5-(dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid
Molecular Weight: 206.32556 [g/mol]
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂S₂
XLogP3-AA: 1.7
H-Bond Donor: 1
H-Bond Acceptor: 2 
EINECS: 214-071-2
Melting Point: 60-62 °C 
Surface Tension: 52.7 dyne/cm
Density: 1.218 g/cm³
Flash Point: 173 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 66.83 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 362.5 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 3.07E-06 mmHg at 25 °C
Solubility: ethanol: 50 mg/mL
Water Solubility: 0.9 g/L (20 °C)
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Product Categories: Fatty & Aliphatic Acids, Esters, Alcohols & Derivatives;Substrates;Antioxidant;Biochemistry;Nutritional Supplements;Biochemics;Heterocycles;Sulfur & Selenium Compounds;Food & Flavor Additives;Miscellaneous Compounds

 Thioctic Acid (CAS NO.1077-28-7) is a fatty acid found naturally inside every cell in the body. It's needed by the body to produce the energy for our body's normal functions. Alpha lipoic acid converts glucose (blood sugar) into energy. It is also an antioxidant, a substance that neutralizes potentially harmful chemicals called free radicals. What makes alpha lipoic acid unique is that it functions in water and fat, unlike the more common antioxidants vitamins C and E, and it appears to be able to recycle antioxidants such as vitamin C and glutathione after they have been used up. Glutathione is an important antioxidant that helps the body eliminate potentially harmful substances. It increases the formation of glutathione. And it is made by the body and can be found in very small amounts in foods such as spinach, broccoli, peas, Brewer's yeast, brussel sprouts, rice bran, and organ meats. Alpha lipoic acid supplements are available in capsule form at health food stores, some drugstores, and online. For maximum absorption, the supplements should be taken on an empty stomach.

Hazard Codes :  Xn
Risk Statements :
22:  Harmful if swallowed 
20/21/22:  Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
Safety Statements :
26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice 
36:Wear suitable protective clothing 
24/25:Avoid contact with skin and eyes
37/39:Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection 
WGK Germany : 3
RTECS : JP1192000

 Thioctic Acid , its cas register number is 1077-28-7. It also can be called DL-alpha-Lipoic acid ; DL-6,8-Dithiooctanoic acid ; 5-(Dithiolan-3-yl)valeric acid ; 1,2-Dithiolane-3-pentanoic acid, (+/-)- ; 1,2-Dithiolane-3-valeric acid, (+/-) ; 5-(Dithiolan-3-yl)pentanoic acid ; DL-1,2-Dithiolane-3-valeric acid ; DL-6-Thioctic acid .It is a light yellow to yellow powder.