Product Introduction of Thioanisole (Chemical Formula C₁₂H₁₀S, CAS Number 139-66-2)

I. Basic Information

• Appearance and Physical State: Colorless to pale yellow transparent liquid with an unpleasant odor.
• Physical Properties:
  • Density: 1.113 g/mL (at 20°C)
  • Melting Point: -40°C
  • Boiling Point: 296°C (at 760 mmHg)
  • Flash Point: 128.4 ± 15.4°C
  • Refractive Index: 1.6327 (at 20°C)
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ether, benzene, carbon disulfide, and other organic solvents; soluble in hot alcohol.

II. Chemical Properties

• Stability: Relatively stable under normal conditions but reactive under specific conditions such as high temperatures.
• Reactivity:
  • Sensitive to oxidizing agents, readily forming sulfoxides or sulfones.
  • Participates in nucleophilic substitution, esterification, condensation, and other reactions.

III. Applications

• Intermediate in Organic Synthesis:
  • Used to synthesize pesticides such as 2,4-dichlorophenol, nitrofen, 2,4-D, EPBP, and bithionol.
  • Used to synthesize pharmaceutical intermediates such as bithionol.
• Other Applications:
  • Acts as a lubricant to reduce friction and wear in mechanical devices.
  • Has potential applications in dyes and fragrances.

IV. Safety and Protection

• Hazards:
  • Toxic; ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact may cause serious injury or death.
  • Highly toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
• Handling Precautions:
  • Operators should be specially trained and strictly adhere to operating procedures.
  • Wear protective gloves, goggles, and a respirator during handling.
  • Thoroughly clean the skin after handling and avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• Storage Conditions:
  • Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition and oxidizing agents.
  • Carefully reseal opened containers and keep them upright to prevent leakage.
• Emergency Response:
  • Skin Contact: Immediately wash with plenty of soap and water.
  • Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical attention immediately.
  • Inhalation: Move the victim to fresh air, keep their airway open, and provide artificial respiration if necessary.
  • Ingestion: Immediately call a poison control center or seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting.

V. Packaging and Transportation

• Packaging: Typically packaged in aluminum-plastic composite bags, with standard specifications of 25 kg/bag and 50 kg/bag. Custom packaging is also available upon request.
• Transportation:
  • UN Number for dangerous goods transportation: 2810.
  • Avoid collisions, inversion, and high-temperature environments during transportation.