Description

Benzyl Mercaptan is a versatile organosulfur compound characterized by its distinct, powerful odor. It serves as a critical building block and intermediate in the synthesis of various fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and agrochemicals. This high-purity intermediate is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and polymer industries seeking reliable and consistent raw materials for their production processes.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other fine chemicals.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a precursor for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a chain transfer agent or modifier in polymerization reactions to control molecular weight.
• Agrochemicals: Employed in the synthesis of certain herbicides and fungicides.
• Research & Development: Serves as a reagent in organic synthesis and material science research laboratories.
• Rubber Industry: Can be used as a peptizing agent or vulcanization modifier.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Mercaptan
CAS No.	100-53-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8S
Molecular Weight	124.20 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Toluenethiol; Benzylthiol; (Phenylmethyl)thiol; Phenylmethanethiol; Thiobenzyl Alcohol; Benzenemethanethiol; Benzyl Hydrosulfide; BnSH
EINECS	202-862-5

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Mercaptan is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.575 - 1.579
Density (20°C)	1.055 - 1.065 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.