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Thiophenol

SKU 90036456 CAS 108-98-5 Available on enquiry

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Thiophenol is a sulfur-containing aromatic compound used in organic synthesis and as a precursor in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, unpleasant odor. CAS: 108-98-5. Molekula supplies Thiophenol from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90036456
CAS Number
108-98-5
IUPAC Name
benzenethiol
EC Number
203-635-3
Exact Mass
110.019
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)S
InChIKey
RMVRSNDYEFQCLF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C6H6S/c7-6-4-2-1-3-5-6/h1-5,7H
PubChem CID
7969

Synonyms

  • Benzene, mercapto-
  • Benzenethiol
  • Mercaptobenzene
  • Phenol, thio-
  • Phenyl mercaptan
  • Phenylthiol
  • RCRA waste number P014
  • Thiofenol
  • thiophenate
  • USAF XR-19

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Water-white liquid
Melting Point
-14.87 °C
Boiling Point
169.1 °C
Density
1.07 (relative, water = 1)
Water Solubility
835 mg/L at 25 °C
Solubility (other solvents)
Very soluble in alcohol; miscible with ether, benzene, carbon disulfide
Vapour Pressure
0.13 kPa at 18 °C
Refractive Index
1.5893
pKa
pKa = 6.62
log P (octanol/water)
2.52

Source: PubChem CID 7969 (HSDB, ICSC)

Frequently asked questions

What is thiophenol used for?

Thiophenol is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of thiophenol?

The chemical formula is C6H6S, and the molecular weight is 110.18 g/mol.

How should thiophenol be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and incompatible materials; keep tightly closed and in a well-ventilated area.

What grade of thiophenol is available?

Molekula offers thiophenol in technical grade; custom purity levels may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply thiophenol in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply thiophenol in bulk quantities; please contact sales for volume pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a thiophenol order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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