Methyl thioglycolate
Also known as: Methyl mercaptoacetate, Thioglycolic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-mercaptoacetate, Mercaptoacetic acid methyl ester, Methyl sulfanylacetate, methyl 2-sulfanylacetate, USAF EK-7119, Acetic acid, mercapto-, methyl ester, UNII:O1608LA9EL, MFCD00004873, EINECS 219-121-7
Methyl thioglycolate (CAS 2365-48-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6O2S and a molecular weight of 106.144 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -24 °C, a boiling point of 151.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 35.0±7.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 2365-48-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-15170-2
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 106.144 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -24 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 151.9±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 35.0±7.8 °C |
| Exact Mass | 106.008850 |
| PSA | 65.10000 |
| LogP | 0.65 |
| Vapor Pressure | 3.6±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.449 |
| Additional Property | 40 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 Methyl thioglycolate?
The CAS number of Methyl thioglycolate is 2365-48-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl thioglycolate?
Methyl thioglycolate has molecular formula C3H6O2S and molecular weight 106.144 g/mol.
Is Methyl thioglycolate hazardous?
Methyl thioglycolate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl thioglycolate?
For Methyl thioglycolate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Thioglycolic acid, 3-Methylthiazolidine-2,4-dione; Downstream Products: Methyl 7-(trifluoromethyl)-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate, 5-nitro-1-benzothiophene, Methyl 3-amino-5-(4-methoxyphenyl)thiophene-2-carboxylate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl thioglycolate (CAS 2365-48-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-15170-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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