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3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene

Also known as: 3-METHYLBENZO[B]THIOPHENE, 3-METHYLTHIANAPHTHENE, 3-Methyl-1-benzothiophene, 3-Methylthioindene, 3-Methyl-1-thiaindene, 3-Methylbenzo(b)thiophene, 3-Methylbenzothiophene, 3-Methylthianaphthene, 3-methylbenzo[b]thiophene, 3MBBT, Benzo[b]thiophene, 3-methyl-, NSC267241

3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene (CAS 1455-18-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8S and a molecular weight of 148.225 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40°C, a boiling point of 243.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 72.4±4.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1455-18-1
Jingsj CID
J-1012855-9
Molecular Formula
C9H8S
Molecular Weight
148.225 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-40°C
Boiling Point243.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point72.4±4.9 °C
Exact Mass148.034668
PSA28.24000
LogP4.84
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.652

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934999090
Summary2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene?

The CAS number of 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene is 1455-18-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene?

3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene has molecular formula C9H8S and molecular weight 148.225 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene?

For 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene, Upstream Products: 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 1-(Phenylthio)propan-2-one, 2-Iodoaniline; Downstream Products: 3-methyl-1-benzothiophene-2-carbonitrile, 3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 2-acetyl-3-methylbenzo[b]thiophene.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene (CAS 1455-18-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1012855-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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