(2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol
Also known as: 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-mercapto-1-methylimidazole, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-methyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-imidazole-2-thione, 1-Methyl-2-mercapto-5-hydroxymethylimidazole, 2-Mercapto-1-methylimidazole-5-methanol, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-mercapto-1-methylimidazole, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-methyl-1H-imidazole-2-thione, (1-Methyl-2-mercaptoimidazol-5-yl)methanol, (3-Methyl-2-sulfanyl-1H-3lambda5-imidazol-4-yl)methanol
(2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol (CAS 143122-18-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8N2OS and a molecular weight of 144.19500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 223-226ºC, a boiling point of 258.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.39g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.4ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 143122-18-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-1320407-4
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8N2OS
- Molecular Weight
- 144.19500 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 223-226ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 258.9ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.39g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.4ºC |
| Exact Mass | 144.03600 |
| PSA | 76.85000 |
| LogP | 0.20110 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00196mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol?
The CAS number of (2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol is 143122-18-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol?
(2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol has molecular formula C5H8N2OS and molecular weight 144.19500 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol?
For (2-Mercapto-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, Methylamine hydrochloride, Potassium thiocyanate; Downstream Products: (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde, 1-Methyl-4-nitro-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde.
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