3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol

Also known as: 2,2'-(Ethylenedithio)diethanol, 2,2'-(Ethane-1,2-diylbis(sulfanediyl))diethanol, 1,2-Bis(2-hydroxyethylthio)ethane, DTO, Dithiaoctanediol, Dithiooctanediol, Lindlar catalyst poison, Ethylenedithioethanol

3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol (CAS 5244-34-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H14O2S2 and a molecular weight of 182.30600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 63-64 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 346.0±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 168.3±26.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.: 5244-34-8
Jingsj CID: J-1310898-0
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₄O₂S₂
Molecular Weight: 182.30600 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	63-64 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	346.0±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	168.3±26.6 °C
Exact Mass	180.027863
PSA	91.06000
LogP	0.94
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.617

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2930909090
Summary	2930909090. 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 3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol?

The CAS number of 3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol is 5244-34-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol?

3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol has molecular formula C6H14O2S2 and molecular weight 182.30600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol?

For 3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol, Upstream Products: 1,2-Ethanedithiol, 1,2-Dibromoethane, 2-Mercaptoethanol; Downstream Products: 1,4-Dithiane, 2(5H)-Furanone, 8-Amino-1-octanol.

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Last updated: 11/2/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "3,6-Dithia-1,8-octanediol (CAS 5244-34-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1310898-0 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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