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Bis(2-mercaptoethyl) sulfide

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[Flash Point]

90
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.
[Ingestion]

Seek medical treatment.
[Inhalation]

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
[Skin]

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
[Eyes]

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.
[Storage]

Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R: 20 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S: 9 23 26 36/37
[Personal Protection]

Protective work clothing. Chemical protective gloves. Safety glasses or goggles.
[Exposure Effects]

Thiols/mercaptans are skin, eye and respiratory irritants. Inhalation can cause central nervous system effects. Strong penetrating odor acts to minimize inhalation exposure.
[Appearance]

Liquid with a stench.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

-31
[Boiling Point]

276
[Vapor Pressure]

0.008 (25 C)
[Density]

1.183 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

9.48 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.07
[Heat Of Vaporization]

49.4 kJ/mol
[Product Name]

Bis(2-mercaptoethyl) sulfide
[Synonyms]

1,4,7-Trithiaheptane
1,5-Dimercapto-3-thiapentane
1-Mercapto-2-(mercaptoethylthio)ethane
2,2'-Dimercaptodiethyl sulfide
Bis(2-mercaptoethyl) sulfide
Bis(2-sulfanylethyl) sulfide
[CAS]

"CASEN_3570-55-6.htm">3570-55-6
[Formula]

C4H10S3
[Molecular Weight]

154.32
[EINECS]

222-671-0
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust).
[Stability]

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
[Incompatibilities]

Oxidizing agents.
[Combustion Products]

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Sulfur oxides (SOx). Hydrogen sulfide.