M Formula: | CH2OH(CH2O)4CH2SH |
Properties: | |
Colorless, nonhygroscopic crystals. Mp 92C, strong reducing agent. Soluble in water, ethylene glycol, and formamide; insoluble in benzene, carbon tetrachloride and carbon disulfide. | |
Use: | |
Corrosion protection in pickling and plating baths. | |