Butyl isothiocyanate
Also known as: 1-Isothiocyanatobutane, n-Butyl isothiocyanate, Butane, 1-isothiocyanato-, Butyl isorhodanate, Butyl isorhodanide, Butyl isosulfocyanate, Butyl isosulfocyanide, Butyl isothiocyanate (RG), MFCD00004824, EINECS 209-770-4
Butyl isothiocyanate (CAS 592-82-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NS and a molecular weight of 115.197 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 168.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 66.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 592-82-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-1991393-0
- Molecular Formula
- C5H9NS
- Molecular Weight
- 115.197 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 168.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 66.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 115.045570 |
| PSA | 44.45000 |
| LogP | 2.53 |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.2±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.484 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Butyl isothiocyanate?
The CAS number of Butyl isothiocyanate is 592-82-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl isothiocyanate?
Butyl isothiocyanate has molecular formula C5H9NS and molecular weight 115.197 g/mol.
Is Butyl isothiocyanate hazardous?
Butyl isothiocyanate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Butyl isothiocyanate?
For Butyl isothiocyanate, Upstream Products: Carbon disulphide, Butylamine, N-butylisocyanide; Downstream Products: 1-butyl-1H-imidazole, 1,3-Dibutylurea, Di-n-butyltin sulfide.
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