2-Methylbenzenethiol

Synonym(s):o-Thiocresol;2-Methylbenzenethiol

CAS NO.：137-06-4
Empirical Formula: C7H8S
Molecular Weight: 124.2
MDL number: MFCD00004838
EINECS: 205-276-8
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-05-25 18:01:19

What is 2-Methylbenzenethiol?

Chemical properties

CLEAR COLOURLESS TO SLIGHTY YELLOW-BROWN LIQUID

Chemical properties

2-Methylthiophenol has a disagreeable odor. This compound is erroneously called o-toluenethiol.

Occurrence

Reported found in coffee

The Uses of 2-Methylbenzenethiol

2-Thiocresol performs a fungicidal and inhibitory activity against Histoplasma capsulatum. Reagent for molecular modeling and preparation of 4-hydroxy-5,6-dihydropyrones as inhibitors of HIV protease.

What are the applications of Application

2-Methylbenzenethiol is a useful thiol for proteomics research

Definition

ChEBI: 2-Methylbenzenethiol is a thiol.

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 4 ppm: meaty, onion, garlic, chemical and metallic.

Safety Profile

Poison by intraperitoneal route. A flammable liquid. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of SOx. See also a- TOLUENETHIOL and MERCAPTANS.

Properties of 2-Methylbenzenethiol

Melting point:	10-12 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	195 °C(lit.)
Density	1.054 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.578(lit.)
FEMA	3240 \| O-TOLUENETHIOL
Flash point:	147 °F
storage temp.	Store below +30°C.
form	Liquid
pka	pK1:6.64 (25°C)
Specific Gravity	1.055
color	Clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor	at 0.10 % in propylene glycol. meaty sulfurous onion garlic egg rubber
explosive limit	1.1%(V)
Water Solubility	insoluble
Sensitive	Stench
Merck	14,9325
JECFA Number	528
BRN	774068
CAS DataBase Reference	137-06-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Benzenethiol, 2-methyl-(137-06-4)
EPA Substance Registry System	Benzenethiol, 2-methyl- (137-06-4)

Safety information for 2-Methylbenzenethiol

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.