Bithionol
Also known as: Bitin, Actamer, Bidiphen, Lorothidol, Bithionolate, 2,2'-Thiobis(4,6-dichlorophenol), 2,2'-Sulfanediylbis(4,6-dichlorophenol), Bis(2-hydroxy-3,5-dichlorophenyl) sulfide, 2,2'-Thio-bis(4,6-dichlorophenol), 2,2'-dihydroxy-3,3',5,5'-tetrachlorodiphenylsulfide
Bithionol (CAS 97-18-7) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H6Cl4O2S and a molecular weight of 356.052 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 188°C, a boiling point of 444.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 222.8±28.7 °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.
- 97-18-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-30474-8
- Molecular Formula
- C12H6Cl4O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 356.052 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 188°C |
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| Boiling Point | 444.7±45.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 222.8±28.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 353.884247 |
| PSA | 65.76000 |
| LogP | 5.51 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.741 |
| Storage Conditions | 0-6°C |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 23 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Ayyagari VN, et al. Bithionol inhibits ovarian cancer cell growth in vitro - studies on mechanism(s) of action. BMC Cancer. 2014 Feb 4;14:61. [2]. Florent RL, et al. In vitro toxicity of bithionol and bithionol sulphoxide to Neoparamoeba spp., the causative agent of amoebic gill disease (AGD). Dis Aquat Organ. 2010 Sep 17;91(3):257-62. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2930909090 |
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| 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 Bithionol?
The CAS number of Bithionol is 97-18-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bithionol?
Bithionol has molecular formula C12H6Cl4O2S and molecular weight 356.052 g/mol.
Is Bithionol hazardous?
Bithionol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Bithionol?
For Bithionol, Upstream Products: 2,4-Dichlorophenol, Carbon disulphide, Aluminium chloride; Downstream Products: BITHIONOL SULFOXIDE.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Bithionol (CAS 97-18-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-30474-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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