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3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid

Also known as: 3-(Acetylthio)propionic acid, 3-acetylsulfanylpropanoic acid, 3-acetylsulfanyl-propionic acid, S-Acetyl-3-mercaptopropionic acid, Thioacetic Acid S-(2-Carboxyethyl) Ester, NSC 96653, Propanoic acid, 3-(acetylthio)-

3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid (CAS 41345-70-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8O3S and a molecular weight of 148.18000 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 48-52ºC, a boiling point of 272.8ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.268g/cm3 and a flash point of 110ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
41345-70-4
Jingsj CID
J-1312539-8
Molecular Formula
C5H8O3S
Molecular Weight
148.18000 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point48-52ºC
Boiling Point272.8ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.268g/cm3
Flash Point110ºC
Exact Mass148.01900
PSA79.67000
LogP0.74080
Refractive Index1.507

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid is 41345-70-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid?

3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid has molecular formula C5H8O3S and molecular weight 148.18000 g/mol.

Is 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid hazardous?

3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid?

For 3-(Acetylthio)propanoic acid, Upstream Products: Acetyl chloride, 3-Mercaptopropionic acid, 3-Bromopropanoic acid; Downstream Products: N-Succinimidyl S-acetylthiopropionate, 3-Mercaptopropionic acid, 3,3'-Dithiodipropionic acid.

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