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2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol

Also known as: Sulfurol, 5-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-4-methylthiazole, 4-Methyl-5-thiazoleethanol, 4-Methyl-5-(β-hydroxyethyl)thiazole, 2-(4-Methylthiazol-5-yl)ethanol, 4-Methyl-5-thiazolylethanol, Hemineurine, 5-Thiazoleethanol, 4-methyl-, MHT, Thiaminethiazole, FEMA 3204

2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol (CAS 137-00-8) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H9NOS and a molecular weight of 143.20 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 272.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 109.7±23.2 °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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
137-00-8
Jingsj CID
J-1991485-7
Molecular Formula
C6H9NOS
Molecular Weight
143.20 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point272.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point109.7±23.2 °C
Exact Mass143.040482
PSA61.36000
LogP0.04
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.564

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetMicrobial Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Ming Yin, et al. Characterization of the Key Aroma Compounds in Dog Foods by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, Acceptance Test, and Preference Test. J Agric Food Chem. 2020 Aug 26;68(34):9195-9204. [2]. Ryan W Paerl, et al. Use of plankton-derived vitamin B1 precursors, especially thiazole-related precursor, by key marine picoeukaryotic phytoplankton. ISME J. 2017 Mar;11(3):753-765.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934100090
Summary2934100090 other compounds containing an unfused thiazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol?

The CAS number of 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol is 137-00-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol?

2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol has molecular formula C6H9NOS and molecular weight 143.20 g/mol.

Is 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol hazardous?

2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol?

For 2-(4-Methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)ethanol, Upstream Products: 3-chloro-5-hydroxy-2-pentanone, Thioformamide, 5-Methyl-2,3-dihydrofuran; Downstream Products: 3-Benzyl-5-(2-hydroxyethyl)-4-methylthiazolium chloride, 4-Methyl-5-vinylthiazole, 4-Methylthiazole-5-carboxaldehyde.

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