1,8-Octanedithiol

1,8-辛二硫醇

Also known as: 1,8-Dimercaptooctane, Octane-1,8-dithiol, Octamethylene dimercaptan, 1,8-Octamethylenedithiol, FEMA 3514, NANOTHINKS THIO8

1,8-Octanedithiol (CAS 1191-62-4) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H18S2 and a molecular weight of 178.359 g/mol. It is also known as 1,8-Dimercaptooctane, Octane-1,8-dithiol and Octamethylene dimercaptan. Key properties include a melting point of 0.9ºC, a boiling point of 269.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.1±17.4 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1191-62-4
Jingsj CID
J-20132-8
Molecular Formula
C8H18S2
Chinese Name
1,8-辛二硫醇
Molecular Weight
178.359 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point0.9ºC
Boiling Point269.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point101.1±17.4 °C
Exact Mass178.084991
PSA77.60000
LogP3.87
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.494

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed

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 1,8-Octanedithiol?

The CAS number of 1,8-Octanedithiol is 1191-62-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,8-Octanedithiol?

1,8-Octanedithiol has molecular formula C8H18S2 and molecular weight 178.359 g/mol.

Is 1,8-Octanedithiol hazardous?

1,8-Octanedithiol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,8-Octanedithiol?

For 1,8-Octanedithiol, Upstream Products: 1,8-Octanediol, 1,6-Dibromohexane, 1,8-Dibromooctane; Downstream Products: 1,8-Octanedithiol diacetate.

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