Methyl thiosalicylate
Also known as: 2-Mercaptobenzoic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2-Mercaptobenzoate, Methyl 2-sulfanylbenzoate, Thiosalicylic Acid Methyl Ester, Benzoic acid, 2-mercapto-, methyl ester, o-Mercapto-benzoic Acid Methyl Ester
Methyl thiosalicylate (CAS 4892-02-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8O2S and a molecular weight of 168.213 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 261.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 161.5±10.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4892-02-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-4881-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H8O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 168.213 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 261.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 161.5±10.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 168.024506 |
| PSA | 65.10000 |
| LogP | 2.69 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.574 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
- 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 Methyl thiosalicylate?
The CAS number of Methyl thiosalicylate is 4892-02-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl thiosalicylate?
Methyl thiosalicylate has molecular formula C8H8O2S and molecular weight 168.213 g/mol.
Is Methyl thiosalicylate hazardous?
Methyl thiosalicylate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl thiosalicylate?
For Methyl thiosalicylate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Thiosalicylic acid, Dimethyl 2,2'-dithiobisbenzoate; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-[(cyanomethyl)thio]benzoate, 3,4-dihydro-1,4-benzothiazepin-5(2H)-one, Methyl 2-(methylthio)benzoate.
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