Mercaptopropanol
Agent Name
Mercaptopropanol
CAS Number
63947-56-8
Formula
C3-H8-O-S
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Propanol, mercapto-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Sulfur Compounds (Alcohols)
Description
Colorless liquid with a repulsive odor; [Chevron Phillips MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate; [Chevron Phillips MSDS]
Comments
An irritant; Toxic by ingestion and skin absorption; Inhalation may cause nausea, dizziness, or headache; An aspiration hazard by ingestion (may cause lung injury); [Chevron Phillips MSDS] See "Mercaptoethanol."
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