Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate

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Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate Structure
Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate structure
Common Name Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate
CAS Number 16630-66-3 Molecular Weight 120.170
Density 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 Boiling Point 157.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C4H8O2S Melting Point N/A
MSDS Chinese USA Flash Point 60.0±0.0 °C
Symbol GHS02
GHS02
Signal Word Warning

Summary: Methyl (Methylthio)acetate, also known as Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate, has a molecular formula of C4H8O2S and a molecular weight of 120.170. It appears as a colorless to yellow liquid with a boiling point of 157.3°C and a density of 1.1g/cm3. For research-use only, not for medical or clinical usage.


 Names

This table lists Chinese names, IUPAC names and various aliases of this chemical substance.

Name Methyl (Methylthio)acetate
Synonym More Synonyms

 Chemical & Physical Properties

This table shows physicochemical parameters including melting point, boiling point, density, solubility and optical rotation. Missing data is marked as N/A.

Density 1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling Point 157.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Molecular Formula C4H8O2S
Molecular Weight 120.170
Flash Point 60.0±0.0 °C
Exact Mass 120.024498
PSA 51.60000
LogP 0.82
Vapour Pressure 2.8±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Index of Refraction 1.454
InChIKey HZYCAKGEXXKCDM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES COC(=O)CSC
Storage condition 2-8°C

 MSDS

This table provides MSDS information including hazard classification, first‑aid, fire‑fighting, spill handling, operation and storage instructions.

 Safety Information

This table covers safety warnings, protective measures, incompatible substances and disposal guidelines for this compound.

Symbol GHS02
GHS02
Signal Word Warning
Hazard Statements H226
Personal Protective Equipment Eyeshields;full-face respirator (US);Gloves;multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US);type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Hazard Codes F
Safety Phrases S24/25
RIDADR UN 3272 3/PG 3
WGK Germany 3
Packaging Group III
Hazard Class 3.2
HS Code 2930909090

 Synthetic Route

This table presents publicly reported synthetic routes, reaction conditions, reactants and product information of the compound.

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 Customs

This table shows customs‑related data including HS‑code, tariff and regulatory conditions for import and export.

HS Code 2930909090
Summary 2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

 Articles2

More Articles

This table lists relevant public references with title, journal and publication metadata for this compound.

Identification of new strawberry sulfur volatiles and changes during maturation.

J. Agric. Food Chem. 59(4) , 1293-300, (2011)

Two Florida strawberry cultivars, 'Strawberry Festival' and 'Florida Radiance', were harvested at five fruit developmental stages (white, half red, three-quarter red, full ripe, and overripe) at four ...

Sulfur-containing compounds in the aroma volatiles of melons (Cucumis melo). Wyllie SG and Leach DN.

J. Agric. Food Chem. 40(2) , 253-56, (1992)

 Synonyms

This table collects all English aliases, systematic names and CAS‑related synonyms of the compound.

(Methylthio)acetic Acid Methyl Ester
Methyl (methylsulfanyl)acetate
Methyl (methylthio)acetate
methyl 2-methylsulfanylacetate
MFCD00039809
Methyl (methylmercapto)acetate
Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate
Acetic acid, 2-(methylthio)-, methyl ester
EINECS 240-683-4

 Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate | FAQ

This section contains frequently‑asked‑questions about this compound, including basic parameters, properties, storage conditions and corresponding answers.

Q: What is the SMILES notation of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: SMILES notation of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is COC(=O)CSC.
Q: What are the storage conditions for Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Storage conditions for Methyl (Methylthio)acetate: 2-8°C.
Q: What is the boiling point of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Boiling point of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is 157.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg.
Q: What is the polar surface area (PSA) of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Polar surface area (PSA) of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is 51.60000.
Q: What is the safety information for Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Safety information for Methyl (Methylthio)acetate: S24/25.
Q: What is the InChIKey of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: InChIKey of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is HZYCAKGEXXKCDM-UHFFFAOYSA-N.
Q: What is the molecular weight of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Molecular weight of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is 120.170.
Q: What is the English name of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: The English name of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is Methyl (Methylthio)acetate.
Q: What English synonyms does Methyl (Methylthio)acetate have?
A: English synonyms of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate: (Methylthio)acetic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl (methylsulfanyl)acetate, Methyl (methylthio)acetate, methyl 2-methylsulfanylacetate, MFCD00039809, Methyl (methylmercapto)acetate, Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetate, Acetic acid, 2-(methylthio)-, methyl ester, EINECS 240-683-4.
Q: What is the molecular formula of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate?
A: Molecular formula of Methyl (Methylthio)acetate is C4H8O2S.

 Methyl 2-(methylthio)acetatefactory

This table lists manufacturers and suppliers of this compound, including vendor names and product supply reference information.

Shanghai Nianxing Industrial Co., Ltd
Dayang Chem (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd.
Zhongshan Xingrui Chemical Co. , Ltd.
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