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1-Mercapto-2-propanol

Also known as: 1-Mercaptopropan-2-ol, 1-mercapto-2-hydroxypropane, 1-sulfanylpropan-2-ol, 2-Hydroxy-1-propanethiol, 2-hydroxypropane-1-thiol, 2-hydroxypropanethiol, 2-hydroxypropyl mercaptane, 3-Mercapto-2-propanol, 3-Mercaptopropane-2-ol, 2-Propanol, 1-mercapto-

1-Mercapto-2-propanol (CAS 1068-47-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H8OS and a molecular weight of 92.16000 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 146ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.024g/cm3 and a flash point of 62.8ºC. 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 Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1068-47-9
Jingsj CID
J-44082-4
Molecular Formula
C3H8OS
Molecular Weight
92.16000 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point146ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.024g/cm3
Flash Point62.8ºC
Exact Mass92.02960
PSA59.03000
LogP0.29700
Vapor Pressure1.87mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.486(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 1-Mercapto-2-propanol?

The CAS number of 1-Mercapto-2-propanol is 1068-47-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Mercapto-2-propanol?

1-Mercapto-2-propanol has molecular formula C3H8OS and molecular weight 92.16000 g/mol.

Is 1-Mercapto-2-propanol hazardous?

1-Mercapto-2-propanol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Mercapto-2-propanol (CAS 1068-47-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44082-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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