p-Thiocresol, 98%

About p-Thiocresol, 98%

p-Thiocresol is a polymer additive carrying the CAS registry number 106-45-6 at a purity of 98%. The compound has the formula C7H8S, corresponding to a molecular weight of 124.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-methylbenzenethiol. Alternative names: 4-Methylbenzenethiol,4-Mercaptotoluene and 4-Methylthiophenol.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder or crystals. Literature values give a melting point of 41-43 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for polymerisation initiation, plasticising and modification and plastics compounding. It is used across polymers and plastics.

We offer p-Thiocresol in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Polymerisation initiation
Plasticising & modification
Plastics compounding

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	p-Thiocresol, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019105
CAS Number	106-45-6
IUPAC name	4-methylbenzenethiol
Molecular formula	C₇H₈S
Molecular weight	124.21 g/mol
Exact mass	124.0347
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	WLHCBQAPPJAULW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC=C(C=C1)S
PubChem CID	7811

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Melting point	41-43 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	1 Å²
Synonyms	4-Methylbenzenethiol,4-Mercaptotoluene, 4-Methylthiophenol, p-Toluenethiol, p-Tolyl mercaptan, 4-Toluenethiol, p-Methylthiophenol, p-Tolylthiol, p-Mercaptotoluene, p-Thiolcresol, p-Methylbenzenethiol, 1-Mercapto-4-methylbenzene, p-Methylphenyl mercaptan

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H330Fatal if inhaled
H331Toxic if inhaled
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P361 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of p-Thiocresol, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of p-Thiocresol, 98% is 106-45-6. It is also known as 4-Methylbenzenethiol,4-Mercaptotoluene, 4-Methylthiophenol, p-Toluenethiol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of p-Thiocresol, 98%?

p-Thiocresol, 98% has the molecular formula C7H8S and a molecular weight of 124.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methylbenzenethiol.

Which grade and pack sizes of p-Thiocresol, 98% can I order?

We supply p-Thiocresol, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with p-Thiocresol, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of p-Thiocresol, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can p-Thiocresol, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. p-Thiocresol, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.