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5-Hydroxymethylthiazole

Also known as: 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole, 5-Thiazolemethanol, Thiazol-5-ylmethanol, 1,3-Thiazol-5-ylmethanol, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)thiazole, 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-thiazole, Thiazole-5-methanol, 5-HYDROXYMETHYL THIAZOLE

5-Hydroxymethylthiazole (CAS 38585-74-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H5NOS and a molecular weight of 115.15 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 248.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.1±20.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
38585-74-9
Jingsj CID
J-44329-8
Molecular Formula
C4H5NOS
Molecular Weight
115.15 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point248.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point104.1±20.4 °C
Exact Mass115.009186
PSA61.36000
LogP-0.74
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.594

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934100090
Summary2934100090 other compounds containing an unfused thiazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole?

The CAS number of 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole is 38585-74-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole?

5-Hydroxymethylthiazole has molecular formula C4H5NOS and molecular weight 115.15 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole?

For 5-Hydroxymethylthiazole, Upstream Products: Ethyl thiazole-5-carboxylate, Methyl 5-thiazolecarboxylate, 2,4-Dibromothiazole-5-methanol; Downstream Products: 5-Chloromethylthiazole, Thiazole-5-carboxaldehyde, 4-nitrophenyl 1,3-thiazol-5-ylmethyl carbonate.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "5-Hydroxymethylthiazole (CAS 38585-74-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44329-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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