N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide
Also known as: N-Acetylcysteamine, Acetylcysteamine, 2-Acetamidoethanethiol, N-(2-Sulfanylethyl)acetamide, N-Acetyl-2-mercaptoethylamine, N-Acetyl-β-mercaptoethylamine, N-Acetylmercaptoethylamine, NSC 38835, Acetamide, N-(2-mercaptoethyl)-, Cysteamine, N-acetyl-, PS-5 Impurity 1 (N-(2-sulfanylethyl)acetamide)
N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide (CAS 1190-73-4) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H9NOS and a molecular weight of 119.18500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 6-7ºC(lit.), a boiling point of 138-140ºC7 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.121 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1190-73-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-39139-9
- Molecular Formula
- C4H9NOS
- Molecular Weight
- 119.18500 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Bases
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 6-7ºC(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 138-140ºC7 mm Hg(lit.) |
| Density | 1.121 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 119.04000 |
| PSA | 67.90000 |
| LogP | 0.44320 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.00289mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.511(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide?
The CAS number of N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide is 1190-73-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide?
N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide has molecular formula C4H9NOS and molecular weight 119.18500 g/mol.
Is N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide hazardous?
N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide?
For N-(2-Mercaptoethyl)acetamide, Upstream Products: N,S-Diacetylcysteamine, Cysteamine hydrochloride, Thioacetic acid; Downstream Products: N,S-Diacetylcysteamine, 2-Methyl-2-thiazoline.
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