2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole
Also known as: 1,3-Benzothiazol-2-ylmethanol, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-benzothiazole, 2-(Hydroxymethyl)benzothiazole, 2-Benzothiazolemethanol, Benzo-1,3-thiazol-2-ylmethanol, Benzo[d]thiazol-2-ylmethanol, Benzothiazol-2-ylmethanol, Benzothiazole-2-methanol, MFCD00226293
2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole (CAS 37859-42-0) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7NOS and a molecular weight of 165.21200 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 95-96 °C, a boiling point of 299.1ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.375g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.7ºC. 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.
- 37859-42-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-1522259-0
- Molecular Formula
- C8H7NOS
- Molecular Weight
- 165.21200 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 95-96 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 299.1ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.375g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 134.7ºC |
| Exact Mass | 165.02500 |
| PSA | 61.36000 |
| LogP | 1.78860 |
| Refractive Index | 1.712 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2934999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole?
The CAS number of 2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole is 37859-42-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole?
2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole has molecular formula C8H7NOS and molecular weight 165.21200 g/mol.
Is 2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole hazardous?
2-Hydroxymethylbenzothiazole has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
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