2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol
2,6-二甲基苯硫酚
Also known as: 2,6-Dimethylthiophenol, 2,6-Dimethylbenzolthiol, 2,6-Dimethylphenylthiol, 2,6-Xylenethiol, 2,6-Thioxylenol, FEMA 3666, Vortioxetine Impurity 44
2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol (CAS 118-72-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H10S and a molecular weight of 138.230 g/mol. It is also known as 2,6-Dimethylthiophenol, 2,6-Dimethylbenzolthiol and 2,6-Dimethylphenylthiol. Key properties include a boiling point of 218.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 85.6±0.0 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 118-72-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-4289-3
- Molecular Formula
- C8H10S
- Chinese Name
- 2,6-二甲基苯硫酚
- Molecular Weight
- 138.230 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 218.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 85.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 138.050323 |
| PSA | 38.80000 |
| LogP | 3.44 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.569 |
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 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol?
The CAS number of 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol is 118-72-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol?
2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol has molecular formula C8H10S and molecular weight 138.230 g/mol.
Is 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol hazardous?
2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol 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 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol?
For 2,6-Dimethylbenzenethiol, Upstream Products: 2-Iodo-1,3-dimethylbenzene, 2,6-dimethylaniline, Potassium ethylxanthate; Downstream Products: 2,6-Dimethylthioanisole, Gold.
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