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Ethanethiol

CAS 75-08-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ethanethiol
Product Code
AC117860000; AC117860500; AC117865000; AC117860025
Chemical Name
Ethanethiol
Synonyms
Ethyl mercaptan

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
75-08-1 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific Company

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

A

Acros Organics

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-227-6701

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 1
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 3
Eye Dam. Cat. 1
Skin Sens. Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H331 Toxic if inhaled

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P233 Keep container tightly closed
P235 Keep cool
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment
P242 Use non-sparking tools
P243 Take action to prevent static discharges
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor
P330 Rinse mouth
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Ethanethiol

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethyl mercaptan 75-08-1 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.

Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Symptoms: May cause allergic skin reaction. Symptoms of allergic reaction may include rash, itching, swelling, tingling of the hands and feet.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Symptoms: Causes severe eye damage.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediate medical attention is required.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide (CO₂). Dry chemical. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers. Chemical foam. Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Extremely flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Do not allow run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Remove all sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Flammables area. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. To avoid ignition of vapors by static electricity discharge, all metal parts of the equipment must be grounded. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Form
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Crystallisation Point
---
Vapor Density
2.14 (Air = 1.0)
Boiling Point
35 °C / 95 °F
Relative Density
---
Ph
No information available
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Softening Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Voc Content
---
Vapor Pressure
440 mmHg @ 20 °C
Appearance
Colorless
Colour
Colorless
Lower Explosive Limit
2.8 Vol%
Freezing Point
---
Physical State
Liquid
Evaporation Rate
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor
Stench
Melting Point
-148 °C / -234.4 °F
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Partition Coefficient
Ethyl mercaptan: 1.5
Molecular Weight
62.13
Properties Status
---
Flammability
Extremely flammable
Upper Explosive Limit
18.2 Vol%
Odor Threshold
No information available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solubility
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Auto Ignition Temperature
298 °C / 568.4 °F
Flash Point
-45 °C / -49 °F
Solubility In Water
Soluble in water
Solidification Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Density
0.830
Cloud Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Explosive Limits
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing. Hazardous Polymerization: No information available.

Avoid

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Incompatible products.

Incompatible

Bases, Strong oxidizing agents, Metals

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO₂), Sulfur oxides

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2363
Shipping Name
ETHYL MERCAPTAN
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
I
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Ethanethiol known by?

Ethanethiol is also known as: Ethyl mercaptan

What is the hazard signal word for Ethanethiol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Ethanethiol?

Ethanethiol is a liquid appearing as colorless with colorless color. It has stench odor.

What is Ethanethiol used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Ethanethiol?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled

What is the melting point of Ethanethiol?

The melting point is -148 °C / -234.4 °F and the boiling point is 35 °C / 95 °F.