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Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester

Also known as: (methylsulfanyl)(phenyl)methanethione, Benzenecarbodithioic acid methyl ester, Dithiobenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl benzenecarbodithioate, Methyl dithiobenzoate, methyl phenyldithiocarboxylate

Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester (CAS 2168-78-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8S2 and a molecular weight of 168.27900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 256.1±23.0ºC (760 Torr), a density of 1.178±0.06 g/cm3 (20ºC 760 Torr) and a flash point of 108.7±22.6ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2168-78-7
Jingsj CID
J-1134268-0
Molecular Formula
C8H8S2
Molecular Weight
168.27900 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point256.1±23.0ºC (760 Torr)
Density1.178±0.06 g/cm3 (20ºC 760 Torr)
Flash Point108.7±22.6ºC
Exact Mass168.00700
PSA57.39000
LogP2.72510

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2930909090
Summary2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester?

The CAS number of Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester is 2168-78-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester?

Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester has molecular formula C8H8S2 and molecular weight 168.27900 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester?

For Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester, Upstream Products: Carbon disulphide, Phenylzinc bromide, iodomethane; Downstream Products: Methyl benzoate, Dimethyl tetrasulfide, Benzyl methyl sulfide.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Phenyldithioformic acid methyl ester (CAS 2168-78-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1134268-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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