Ammonium thioglycolate
Agent Name
Ammonium thioglycolate
CAS Number
5421-46-5
Formula
C2-H4-O2-S.H3-N
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Ammonium mercaptoacetate; Ammonium thioglycolate; Ammonium thioglycollate; Thiofaco A-50; Thioglycolic acid ammonium salt; Thioglycollic acid, ammonium salt; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Thioglycolates
Description
Colorless to pale pink liquid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
"Solutions of various strengths are used for hair waving and for hair removal. May be used in permanent hair colors, levels up to 0.25%, as a stabilizer against oxidation." [HSDB]
Comments
Ammonium thioglycolate, used for alkaline hair permanents, is difficult to patch test because of its irritating effects. It is a known cause of irritant contact dermatitis in hairdressers and their clients. [Marks, p. 178] Causes contact urticaria; [Kanerva, p. 219]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
8.5E-06 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
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Processes
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