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2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile

Also known as: 2-hydroxy-4-methylsulfanyl-butyronitrile, 2-Hydroxy-4-methylmercapto-butyronitril

2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile (CAS 17773-41-0) is a compound in the Nitrogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H9NOS and a molecular weight of 131.19600 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 279.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.128g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
17773-41-0
Jingsj CID
J-1994581-4
Molecular Formula
C5H9NOS
Molecular Weight
131.19600 g/mol
Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point279.6ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.128g/cm3
Flash Point122.9ºC
Exact Mass131.04000
PSA69.32000
LogP0.62398
InChIKeyVWWOJJANXYSACS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCSCCC(O)C#N
Vapor Pressure0.00048mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.507

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile?

The CAS number of 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile is 17773-41-0.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile?

2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile has molecular formula C5H9NOS and molecular weight 131.19600 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile?

For 2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile, Upstream Products: 3-(Methylthio)propanal, Methanethiol; Downstream Products: DL-Methionine, 2-Hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyric acid, 5-[2-(Methylthio)ethyl]hydantoin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-hydroxy-4-(methylthio)butyronitrile (CAS 17773-41-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1994581-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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