Is Benzyl Mercaptan the same substance as benzenemethanethiol?

Yes. Benzyl mercaptan, benzenemethanethiol, benzylthiol and alpha-toluenethiol identify the same thiol under CAS 100-53-8. They are not benzyl alcohol or dibenzyl disulfide. Use the full name, CAS number and an agreed chromatographic identity test when matching material.

Which quality and handling points should be confirmed for bulk Benzyl Mercaptan?

Confirm GC purity, color, water, density or refractive index where required, and any agreed limit for oxidation products such as dibenzyl disulfide. The quotation should also define container type and net weight; use the current SDS and supplier storage statement for closed-container, temperature and ventilation requirements.

Benzyl Mercaptan CAS 100-53-8

Benzyl Mercaptan, also called benzyl thiol or phenylmethanethiol, CAS 100-53-8, EC 202-862-5, is an aromatic thiol with molecular formula C₇H₈S and molecular weight 124.21 g/mol. It is strongly odorous and can oxidize to dibenzyl disulfide, making odor containment, assay, disulfide content, water, color and storage history important. It is supplied for controlled sulfur chemistry rather than open handling or unsupported end-use claims.

CAS: 100-53-8
Synonyms: Benzyl Mercaptan, Benzyl Thiol, Phenylmethanethiol, α-Toluenethiol, alpha-Toluenethiol
Einecs: 202-862-5
Molecular Formula: C₇H₈S
Grade: Confirm identity, GC assay, dibenzyl disulfide and other oxidation products, residual benzyl compounds, water and color against the current COA; review storage history for odor-sensitive handling.
Package: State quantity and destination; confirm the current compatible sealed container, closure, secondary containment, net fill, storage conditions and transport requirements against the SDS before quotation.

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Product Description

1 Identity and physicochemical profile

2 Applications and grade selection

3 Storage and handling

4 Safety, documentation and procurement

Identity and physicochemical profile

Item	Technical guidance
Product identity	Benzyl mercaptan; phenylmethanethiol
CAS / EC	100-53-8 / 202-862-5
Formula / molecular weight	C₇H₈S / 124.21 g/mol
Chemical character	Reactive, strongly odorous thiol susceptible to oxidation to dibenzyl disulfide
Key purchase controls	Identity, GC assay, dibenzyl disulfide, residual benzyl halide or alcohol, water, color, acidity and package integrity

Applications and grade selection

Benzyl Mercaptan may be evaluated in thioether formation, sulfur-functional intermediate synthesis, oxidation studies and other controlled organosulfur reactions. The buyer should qualify nucleophilic reactivity, oxidation state and impurity carryover in the intended route.

Define assay and individual limits for dibenzyl disulfide and route-derived benzyl impurities.
Plan closed sampling, odor control, compatible packaging and headspace management.
Compare conversion, selectivity and downstream odor or sulfur impurity removal at small scale.

Storage and handling

Keep sealed in odor-tight compatible packaging away from oxidizers, heat and ignition sources under the current SDS. Minimize air exposure and use a controlled procedure for sampling, resealing and spill management.

Safety, documentation and procurement

Use closed transfer, effective local exhaust and suitable personal protection. Procurement should define assay, disulfide limit, quantity, packaging, destination, odor controls and dangerous-goods requirements.

FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

Q:
Is Benzyl Mercaptan the same substance as benzenemethanethiol?

A: Yes. Benzyl mercaptan, benzenemethanethiol, benzylthiol and alpha-toluenethiol identify the same thiol under CAS 100-53-8. They are not benzyl alcohol or dibenzyl disulfide. Use the full name, CAS number and an agreed chromatographic identity test when matching material.
Q:
Which quality and handling points should be confirmed for bulk Benzyl Mercaptan?

A: Confirm GC purity, color, water, density or refractive index where required, and any agreed limit for oxidation products such as dibenzyl disulfide. The quotation should also define container type and net weight; use the current SDS and supplier storage statement for closed-container, temperature and ventilation requirements.

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Key information for document requests, quotations, and supply planning.

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COA, TDS, SDS/MSDS and packing details are available on request.

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