2-Mercaptoethanol
Also known as: 2-hydroxy-1-ethanethiol, 2-hydroxyethane-1-thiol, 2-hydroxyethanethiol, 2-hydroxyethyl mercaptan, 2-sulfanylethanol, 2-sulfhydryl-ethanol, β-hydroxyethylmercaptan, β-mercaptoethanol, monothioglycol, thioglycol, BME, EMERY 5791, USAF EK-4196
2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS 60-24-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H6OS and a molecular weight of 78.133 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -100 °C, a boiling point of 157.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 73.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H331 — Toxic if inhaled and H310. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 60-24-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1498356-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2H6OS
- Molecular Weight
- 78.133 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -100 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 157.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 73.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 78.013931 |
| PSA | 59.03000 |
| LogP | -0.23 |
| Additional Property | 2.69 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.479 |
| Additional Property | soluble |
| Additional Property | <100℃ |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H310
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
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-Mercaptoethanol?
The CAS number of 2-Mercaptoethanol is 60-24-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
2-Mercaptoethanol has molecular formula C2H6OS and molecular weight 78.133 g/mol.
Is 2-Mercaptoethanol hazardous?
2-Mercaptoethanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H331 — Toxic if inhaled; H310.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Mercaptoethanol?
For 2-Mercaptoethanol, Upstream Products: 2,2'-Dithiodiethanol, benzoic acid, Phenylpropiolic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Methoxyethanethiol, 2-(Methylthio)ethanol, Ethyl thiosalicylate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Mercaptoethanol (CAS 60-24-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1498356-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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