2-(Benzylthio)ethanol

Also known as: 2-HYDROXYETHYL BENZYL SULFIDE, 2-HYDROXYETHYL BENZYL SULPHIDE, 2-Hydroxyethylthiomethylbenzene, Benzyl 2-hydroxyethyl sulfide, 2-(Benzylsulfanyl)ethanol, 2-[(Phenylmethyl)thio]ethanol, 2-hydroxyethyl benzyl sulfide, PhCH2SCH2CH2OH, benzyl-2-hydroxyethyl-sulfide, MFCD00014039, EINECS 223-405-6

2-(Benzylthio)ethanol (CAS 3878-41-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H12OS and a molecular weight of 168.256 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 296.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.3±19.1 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 3878-41-9
Jingsj CID: J-1993066-6
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₂OS
Molecular Weight: 168.256 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	296.1±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	144.3±19.1 °C
Exact Mass	168.060883
PSA	45.53000
LogP	1.90
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.580

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 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol?

The CAS number of 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol is 3878-41-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol?

2-(Benzylthio)ethanol has molecular formula C9H12OS and molecular weight 168.256 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol?

For 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol, Upstream Products: Benzyl chloride, 2-Mercaptoethanol, Benzyl bromide; Downstream Products: Dibenzyl sulfide, Dibenzyl disulfide, Benzyl chloride.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Benzylthio)ethanol (CAS 3878-41-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1993066-6 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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