2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile

Name: 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051986

About 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile, an organosulfur compound registered under CAS number 6609-54-7. The compound has the formula C8H7NS, corresponding to a molecular weight of 149.21 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-methylsulfanylbenzonitrile. Common synonyms include 2-(Methylmercapto)benzonitrile and 2-(methylsulfanyl)benzonitrile.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile
Catalogue No.	VQ-051986
CAS Number	6609-54-7
IUPAC name	2-methylsulfanylbenzonitrile
Molecular formula	C₈H₇NS
Molecular weight	149.21 g/mol
Exact mass	149.0299
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	PXZSANDJGNKIIA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CSC1=CC=CC=C1C#N
PubChem CID	138781

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	49.1 Å²
Synonyms	2-(Methylmercapto)benzonitrile, 2-(methylsulfanyl)benzonitrile, 2-methylsulfanyl-benzonitrile, 2-cyanophenyl methyl sulfide, 2-methylthiobenzenecarbonitrile, (methylthio)benzonitrile

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H332Harmful if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile is 6609-54-7. It is also known as 2-(Methylmercapto)benzonitrile, 2-(methylsulfanyl)benzonitrile, 2-methylsulfanyl-benzonitrile.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile?

2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile has the molecular formula C8H7NS and a molecular weight of 149.21 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-methylsulfanylbenzonitrile.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile can I order?

We supply 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile?

Yes. Every lot of 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile 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 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-(Methylthio)benzonitrile 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.