Benzyl mercaptan
Also known as: alpha-Toluenethiol, Benzenemethanethiol, Phenylmethanethiol, Thiobenzyl Alcohol, Toluene-a-thiol, alpha-Mercaptotoluene, Mercaptomethylbenzene, Phenylmethyl mercaptan, Benzylthiol, Benzyl hydrosulfide
Benzyl mercaptan (CAS 100-53-8) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H8S and a molecular weight of 124.203 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -29 °C, a boiling point of 195.3±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 70.0±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H330 — Fatal if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 100-53-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-49837-1
- Molecular Formula
- C7H8S
- Molecular Weight
- 124.203 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -29 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 195.3±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 70.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 124.034668 |
| PSA | 38.80000 |
| LogP | 2.74 |
| Additional Property | >4 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.6±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.566 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
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 Benzyl mercaptan?
The CAS number of Benzyl mercaptan is 100-53-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzyl mercaptan?
Benzyl mercaptan has molecular formula C7H8S and molecular weight 124.203 g/mol.
Is Benzyl mercaptan hazardous?
Benzyl mercaptan has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H330 — Fatal if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzyl mercaptan?
For Benzyl mercaptan, Upstream Products: Benzyl bromide, Benzylthioacetate, Benzyl alcohol; Downstream Products: 3-(Benzylsulfanyl)-2-methylpropanoic acid, alpha-Toluenesulfonamide, 2-(Benzylthio)ethanol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Benzyl mercaptan (CAS 100-53-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-49837-1 (accessed 2026-11-07).
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