Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate
Also known as: Butyl 3-mercaptopropanoate, 3-Mercaptopropionic acid butyl ester, n-Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate, Propanoic acid, 3-mercapto-, butyl ester, Butyl mercaptopropionate, BUTYLMERCAPTOPROPIONATE, N-BUTYL 3-MERCAPTOPROPIONATE, butyl 3-sulfanylpropanoate, butyl 3-thiohydroxypropionate
Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate (CAS 16215-21-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H14O2S and a molecular weight of 162.25000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 101ºC12 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 0.999 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 93.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 16215-21-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-18885-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H14O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 162.25000 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 11/2/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 101ºC12 mm Hg(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.999 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 93.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 162.07100 |
| PSA | 65.10000 |
| LogP | 1.64960 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.136mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.457(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- 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 Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate?
The CAS number of Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate is 16215-21-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate?
Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate has molecular formula C7H14O2S and molecular weight 162.25000 g/mol.
Is Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate hazardous?
Butyl 3-mercaptopropionate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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