2-Mercaptothiazole
Also known as: 2(3H)-Thiazolethione, 1,3-Thiazole-2(3H)-thione, 1,3-thiazole-2-thiol, 2-Thiazolethiol, 2-sulfanyl-1,3-thiazole, 4-Thiazoline-2-thione, Thiazole-2(3H)-thione, Thiazoline-2-thione, mercaptothiazole, 2-mercapto-1,3-thiazole
2-Mercaptothiazole (CAS 5685-05-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H3NS2 and a molecular weight of 117.193 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 79-80ºC, a boiling point of 194.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 71.5±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5685-05-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1140694-3
- Molecular Formula
- C3H3NS2
- Molecular Weight
- 117.193 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 79-80ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 194.7±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 71.5±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 116.970688 |
| PSA | 79.93000 |
| LogP | 0.89 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.4±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.755 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Mercaptothiazole?
The CAS number of 2-Mercaptothiazole is 5685-05-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercaptothiazole?
2-Mercaptothiazole has molecular formula C3H3NS2 and molecular weight 117.193 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Mercaptothiazole?
For 2-Mercaptothiazole, Upstream Products: Chloroacetaldehyde, Ammonium dithiocarbamate, bromoacetaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-(Methylthio)thiazole, 2,2'-Dithiobis(thiazole), 1,3-Thiazole-2-sulfonyl chloride.
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