Methyl propyl disulfide

Also known as: Methyl propyl disulphide, Propyl methyl disulfide, 2,3-Dithiahexane, 1-(Methyldisulfanyl)propane, Methyldithiopropane, Disulfide, methyl propyl, FEMA 3201, MFCD00013400, EINECS 218-551-2, 1-Methyldithiopropane

Methyl propyl disulfide (CAS 2179-60-4) is a compound in the Ethers category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H10S2 and a molecular weight of 122.252 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 154.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 42.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 2179-60-4
Jingsj CID: J-48457-8
Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₀S₂
Molecular Weight: 122.252 g/mol
Category: Ethers
Last updated: 8/21/2026

Request MSDS / TDS

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	154.1±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	42.8±0.0 °C
Exact Mass	122.022392
PSA	50.60000
LogP	2.83
Vapor Pressure	4.1±0.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.509

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning

H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Rajkumar Nandakumar, et al. Impact of Pulsed Electric Fields on the Volatile Compounds Produced in Whole Onions ( Allium cepa and Allium fistulosum). Foods. 2018 Nov 7;7(11):183. [2]. T Matsuda, et al. Dose-dependent inhibition of glutathione S-transferase placental form-positive hepatocellular foci induction in the rat by methyl propyl disulfide and propylene sulfide from garlic and onions. Cancer Lett. 1994 Nov 11;86(2):229-34.

Additional Information

[1]. Rajkumar Nandakumar, et al. Impact of Pulsed Electric Fields on the Volatile Compounds Produced in Whole Onions ( Allium cepa and Allium fistulosum). Foods. 2018 Nov 7;7(11):183. [2]. T Matsuda, et al. Dose-dependent inhibition of glutathione S-transferase placental form-positive hepatocellular foci induction in the rat by methyl propyl disulfide and propylene sulfide from garlic and onions. Cancer Lett. 1994 Nov 11;86(2):229-34.

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 propyl disulfide?

The CAS number of Methyl propyl disulfide is 2179-60-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl propyl disulfide?

Methyl propyl disulfide has molecular formula C4H10S2 and molecular weight 122.252 g/mol.

Is Methyl propyl disulfide hazardous?

Methyl propyl disulfide has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl propyl disulfide?

For Methyl propyl disulfide, Upstream Products: Dimethyl disulfide, Dipropyl disulfide, Methanethiol.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Methyl propyl disulfide (CAS 2179-60-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48457-8 (accessed 2026-11-07).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.