2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid

2-巯基-4-甲基-5-噻唑乙酸

Also known as: (2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazolyl)acetic Acid, 2-(2-Mercapto-4-methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetic acid, (4-Methyl-2-thioxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetic acid, 2-(4-Methyl-2-sulfanyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetic acid, 2-MERCAPTO-4-METHYLTHIAZOLE-5-ACETIC ACID, 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazole acetic acid (MMTA), 5-(Carboxymethyl)-2-mercapto-4-methylthiazole, Cefodizime Side Chain Acid, Cefodizime Impurity A, Cefodizime Impurity 1, MMTA, EINECS 251-905-4, MFCD01750430

2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid (CAS 34272-64-5) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H7NO2S2 and a molecular weight of 189.255 g/mol. It is also known as (2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazolyl)acetic Acid, 2-(2-Mercapto-4-methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetic acid and (4-Methyl-2-thioxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 207 °C (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 375.6±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 181.0±25.7 °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.
34272-64-5
Jingsj CID
J-1401-6
Molecular Formula
C6H7NO2S2
Chinese Name
2-巯基-4-甲基-5-噻唑乙酸
Molecular Weight
189.255 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point207 °C (dec.)(lit.)
Boiling Point375.6±34.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point181.0±25.7 °C
Exact Mass188.991821
PSA117.23000
LogP1.41
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.650

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2934100090
Summary2934100090 other compounds containing an unfused thiazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid is 34272-64-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid?

2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid has molecular formula C6H7NO2S2 and molecular weight 189.255 g/mol.

Is 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid hazardous?

2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid 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-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid?

For 2-Mercapto-4-methyl-5-thiazoleacetic acid, Upstream Products: Cefodizime sodium.

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