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Benzyl mercaptan, 99%
Description
A common laboratory alkylthiol, which can be used as a source of thiol function. It also finds it uses as an odorant, synthetic flavor, and as a bacteriostat.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
A common laboratory alkylthiol, which can be used as a source of thiol function. It also finds it uses as an odorant, synthetic flavor, and as a bacteriostat.
Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
Notes
Air sensitive. Store away from oxidizing agents and air. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | -30°C |
| Density | 1.053 |
| Boiling Point | 194°C to 195°C |
| Flash Point | 70°C (158°F) |
| Assay Percent Range | 0.99 |
| Odor | Stench |
| Refractive Index | 1.576 |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| UN Number | UN2810 |
| Beilstein | 605864 |
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Safety and Handling
- Benzyl mercaptan
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 2
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H330-Fatal if inhaled.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Benzenemethanethiol
RUO – Research Use Only
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