3-Methylbenzenethiol
Also known as: m-Toluenethiol, 3-Methylthiophenol, m-Thiocresol, 3-Mercaptotoluene, m-Tolyl mercaptan, 3-Methylphenyl mercaptan, m-Methylbenzenethiol, m-Mercaptotoluene, 3-Methylbenzenethiolate, NSC 81219
3-Methylbenzenethiol (CAS 108-40-7) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8S and a molecular weight of 124.203 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of <-20ºC, a boiling point of 195.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 68.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 108-40-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-1993050-8
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8S
- Molecular Weight
- 124.203 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | <-20ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 195.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 68.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 124.034668 |
| PSA | 38.80000 |
| LogP | 2.98 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.6±0.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.578 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life
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 3-Methylbenzenethiol?
The CAS number of 3-Methylbenzenethiol is 108-40-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Methylbenzenethiol?
3-Methylbenzenethiol has molecular formula C7H8S and molecular weight 124.203 g/mol.
Is 3-Methylbenzenethiol hazardous?
3-Methylbenzenethiol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Methylbenzenethiol?
For 3-Methylbenzenethiol, Upstream Products: 3-Bromotoluene, 3-Iodotoluene, n-Butyllithium; Downstream Products: 3-Methylthioanisole, m-Toluenesulfonyl chloride, Ethyl 3-methylbenzoate.
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