Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
107-03-9
Molecular Formula
C₃H₈S
Molecular Weight
76.16 g/mol
Synonym

Propanethiol-1; 1-PP, n-Propylmercaptan, Mercaptan C3

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1-Propanethiol is an organosulfur compound belonging to the thiol family. It contains a three-carbon propyl chain attached to a sulfhydryl (–SH) group. This compound is commonly used as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis and in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. It is also known for its strong, unpleasant odor, which is characteristic of many low-molecular-weight thiols.