Compound Q&A
What is 1-Phenylethanethiol (CAS: 6263-65-6)?
Answer
1-Phenylethanethiol, also known as benzyl mercaptan, is an organic compound with the molecular formula C8H10S. It has a pungent garlic-like odor, which is due to its thiolic nature. This compound is often used in the synthesis of other organic compounds and as a reagent in organic chemistry.
About
CAS No
6263-65-6
English Name
1-Phenylethanethiol
Molecular Formula
C8H10S
Molecular Weight
138.23 g/mol
SMILES
CC(S)c1ccccc1
InChIKey
QZZBJCFNHPYNKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-31 12:56
