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Dithioerythritol

Also known as: 1,4-dimercapto-,(r*,s*)-3-butanediol, (2R*,3S*)-1,4-dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, (2R,3S)-1,4-Disulfanyl-2,3-butanediol, (2R,3S)-1,4-Disulfanylbutane-2,3-diol, (2R,3S)-1,4-bis(sulfanyl)butane-2,3-diol, (R*,R*)-1,4-DIMERCAPTO-2,3-BUTANEDIOL, (S,R)-DITHIOERYTHRITOL, (r*,s*)-1,4-dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, (±)-1,4-Dimercapto-2,3-butanediol, 1,4-Bissulfanylbutane-2,3-diol, 1,4-Disulfanyl-2,3-butanediol, 1,4-Disulfanylbutane-2,3-diol, 1,4-dimercapto-,(theta,s)-3-butanediol, 1,4-dithio-erythrito, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (2R,3S)-, 2,3-Butanediol, 1,4-dimercapto-, (2R,3S)-rel-, DITHIOERYTHRITOL, DITHIOERYTHRITOL MOLECULAR BIOLOGY*REAGE NT, DITHIOERYTHRITOL SIGMAULTRA

Dithioerythritol (CAS 6892-68-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10O2S2 and a molecular weight of 154.251 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 82-86ºC, a boiling point of 364.5±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 174.2±27.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
6892-68-8
Jingsj CID
J-23162-4
Molecular Formula
C4H10O2S2
Molecular Weight
154.251 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point82-86ºC
Boiling Point364.5±42.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point174.2±27.9 °C
Exact Mass154.012222
PSA118.06000
LogP0.07
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.579
Storage Conditions2-8°C
StabilityStable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Additional PropertyH2O: 10 mg/mL, clear, colorless | Soluble

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Dithioerythritol, From Wikipedia

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2930909090
Summary2930909090. 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 Dithioerythritol?

The CAS number of Dithioerythritol is 6892-68-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dithioerythritol?

Dithioerythritol has molecular formula C4H10O2S2 and molecular weight 154.251 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Dithioerythritol?

For Dithioerythritol, Upstream Products: 2-Vinyloxirane, meso-1,2:3,4-Diepoxybutane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Dithioerythritol (CAS 6892-68-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-23162-4 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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