Phenyl methanesulfonate
Also known as: Methanesulfonic acid phenyl ester, Phenyl mesylate, NSC 243664, Phenoxy methyl sulfone, AKOS BBS-00004424
Phenyl methanesulfonate (CAS 16156-59-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8O3S and a molecular weight of 172.20200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 62 °C, a boiling point of 279 °C(lit.), a density of 1.28 g/cm3 and a flash point of 126.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16156-59-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-11084-9
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8O3S
- Molecular Weight
- 172.20200 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 62 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 279 °C(lit.) |
| Density | 1.28 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 126.9ºC |
| Exact Mass | 172.01900 |
| PSA | 51.75000 |
| LogP | 2.10580 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0046mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.536 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906299090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2906299090 other aromatic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Phenyl methanesulfonate?
The CAS number of Phenyl methanesulfonate is 16156-59-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyl methanesulfonate?
Phenyl methanesulfonate has molecular formula C7H8O3S and molecular weight 172.20200 g/mol.
Is Phenyl methanesulfonate hazardous?
Phenyl methanesulfonate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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