2-Ethylhexanethiol
Also known as: 2-Ethyl-1-hexanethiol, 2-Ethylhexanethiol, 2-Ethylhexylmercaptan, 2-Ethylhexane-1-thiol, 1-Hexanethiol, 2-ethyl-, Iso-octyl mercaptan
2-Ethylhexanethiol (CAS 7341-17-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18S and a molecular weight of 146.294 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -40 °C, a boiling point of 188.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 55.7±18.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 7341-17-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1082851-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H18S
- Molecular Weight
- 146.294 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -40 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 188.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 55.7±18.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 146.112915 |
| PSA | 38.80000 |
| LogP | 4.25 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.8±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.449 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
- H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Ethylhexanethiol?
The CAS number of 2-Ethylhexanethiol is 7341-17-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Ethylhexanethiol?
2-Ethylhexanethiol has molecular formula C8H18S and molecular weight 146.294 g/mol.
Is 2-Ethylhexanethiol hazardous?
2-Ethylhexanethiol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Ethylhexanethiol?
For 2-Ethylhexanethiol, Upstream Products: 2-Ethylhexyl bromide, 2-Ethylhexanol, 3-(Chloromethyl)heptane; Downstream Products: 4-Phenyl-2-butanol.
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