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Is Dithiothreitol vegetarian?

Dithiothreitol

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Dithiothreitol (DTT) is a synthetic organosulfur compound classified as a dithiol, commonly used as a reducing agent in biochemistry and occasionally in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto, (R*,R*)-, Cleland's Reagent, DTT
INCI name Dithiothreitol
CAS number 3483-12-3
EC number 222-468-7
CosIng ID 56082
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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