Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate

3-巯基丙酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate, Methyl β-mercaptopropionate, Methyl 3-sulfanylpropanoate, Propanoic acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester, Methyl 3-mercaptopropanoate, Methyl 3-thiopropanoate, Propionic acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester, 3-Mercaptopropionic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl mercaptopropionate

Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate (CAS 2935-90-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O2S and a molecular weight of 120.170 g/mol. It is also known as Methyl β-mercaptopropionate, Methyl 3-sulfanylpropanoate and Propanoic acid, 3-mercapto-, methyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of -60ºC, a boiling point of 164.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 60.0±0.0 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
2935-90-2
Jingsj CID
J-3616-6
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2S
Chinese Name
3-巯基丙酸甲酯
Molecular Weight
120.170 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-60ºC
Boiling Point164.4±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point60.0±0.0 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate?

The CAS number of Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate is 2935-90-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate?

Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate has molecular formula C4H8O2S and molecular weight 120.170 g/mol.

Is Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate hazardous?

Methyl 3-mercaptopropionate has GHS signal word Danger.

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