CAS 4521-31-7

2-Mercaptobenzenemethanol

Description:

2-Mercaptobenzenemethanol, also known as o-mercaptobenzyl alcohol, is an organic compound characterized by the presence of both a thiol (-SH) and a hydroxyl (-OH) functional group attached to a benzene ring. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring substituted with a mercapto group at the ortho position relative to the benzyl alcohol moiety. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor. It is soluble in organic solvents and exhibits moderate solubility in water due to the presence of the hydroxyl group. 2-Mercaptobenzenemethanol is known for its antioxidant properties and can act as a reducing agent in various chemical reactions. Additionally, it has applications in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry. Safety considerations include handling it with care due to its potential irritant effects and the need for appropriate personal protective equipment when working with this compound.

Formula: C₇H₈OS

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H8OS/c8-5-6-3-1-2-4-7(6)9/h1-4,8-9H,5H2

InChI key: InChIKey=FYWFCRHZXORPFH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)C1=C(S)C=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• (2-Mercaptophenyl)methanol
• (2-Sulfanylphenyl)methanol
• 2- Mercaptobenzyl alcohol, tech.
• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzenethiolate
• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)benzenethiol
• 2-(Hydroxymethyl)thiophenol
• 2-Mercaptobenzenemethanol
• 2-Sulfanylbenzenemethanol
• Benzenemethanol, 2-mercapto-
• Benzyl alcohol, o-mercapto-
• O-Mercaptobenzyl alcohol
• Thiosalicyl alcohol

2-Mercaptobenzyl alcohol, tech. 90%

CAS: 4521-31-7

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Formula: C₇H₇OS

Purity: 90%

Color and Shape: Clear, colorless to yellow, Low melting solid (clear as melt)

Molecular weight: 139.19

Ref: 02-L11536

(2-mercaptophenyl)methanol

CAS: 4521-31-7

Formula: C₇H₈OS

Purity: %

Color and Shape: Liquid

Molecular weight: 140.2028

Ref: IN-DA003HIC

o-Mercaptobenzyl alcohol

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o-Mercaptobenzyl alcohol

Molecular weight: 140.20282g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1022327

2-Mercaptobenzyl alcohol

CAS: 4521-31-7

Formula: C₇H₈OS

Purity: 95+%

Color and Shape: Solid, Low Melting Solid

Molecular weight: 140.2

Ref: 10-F001239