Description
2-Ethylbenzenethiol (CAS No. 4500-58-7) is a high-purity aromatic thiol compound with the molecular formula C8H10S, widely utilized in organic synthesis and material science research. This specialized chemical, also known as o-Ethylbenzenethiol, features a benzene ring substituted with an ethyl group and a thiol (-SH) functional group at the ortho position, offering unique reactivity for nucleophilic and metal-coordination applications. Our product is rigorously tested to ensure optimal purity (>98%) and stability, making it ideal for advanced research in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymer chemistry. Suitable for use as a ligand precursor, odorant intermediate, or building block in heterocyclic synthesis, this compound is available in secure, light-resistant packaging to prevent oxidation. Technical data sheets and NMR spectra are available upon request to support your analytical needs.
Properties
- CAS Number: 4500-58-7
- Complexity: 80.6
- IUPAC Name: 2-ethylbenzenethiol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C8H10S/c1-2-7-5-3-4-6-8(7)9/h3-6,9H,2H2,1H3
- InChI Key: ABROBCBIIWHVNS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 138.05032149
- Molecular Formula: C8H10S
- Molecular Weight: 138.23
- SMILES: CCC1=CC=CC=C1S
- Topological: 1
- Monoisotopic Mass: 138.05032149
- Physical Description: colourless liquid with disagreeable odour
- Boiling Point: 203.00 to 205.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
- Density: 1.040-1.045
- Refractive Index: 1.568-1.570
- Synonyms: 2-Ethylbenzenethiol, 2-Ethylthiophenol, 4500-58-7, Benzenethiol, 2-ethyl-, o-Ethylbenzenethiol, Benzenethiol, O-ethyl-, FEMA No. 3345, 2-Ethylphenylmercaptan, Ethylbenzenethiol, o-, 2-ethylbenzene-1-thiol, UNII-62GBU45I5P, 62GBU45I5P, 2-ETHYLBENZOTHIOL, EINECS 224-811-6, AI3-15524, DTXSID2063501, 2-ETHYLTHIOPHENOL [FHFI], DTXCID6040371, abrobcbiiwhvns-uhfffaoysa-n, o-ethylthiophenol, 2-ethylthio-phenol, MFCD00010022, 2-Ethyl-Benzenethiol, 2-ethyl mercaptophenol, SCHEMBL186323, SCHEMBL427621, SCHEMBL972186, SCHEMBL974997, FEMA 3345, CHEBI:190045, 2-Ethylbenzenethiol, >=94%, FG, AKOS006222733, AS-57160, DB-003268, CS-0296722, E0702, NS00022201, EN300-221429, Q27263484
Application
2-Ethylbenzenethiol serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of sulfur-containing heterocycles and metal-chelating ligands for catalysis. Its thiol group enables functionalization of nanoparticles and polymers, enhancing material properties in electronics and coatings. Researchers also employ it in flavor/fragrance studies due to its distinctive odor profile.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (97.1%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H319 (> 99.9%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P317, P305+P351+P338, P330, P337+P317, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (97.1%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (> 99.9%)
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