2-Mercaptoethanol is a professionally handled substance with documented safety properties. Its molecular formula is C2H6OS, and it has a molecular weight of 78.14. This compound exhibits a Boiling Point range of 157.2 to 157.8 °C, decomposing at this temperature. It solidifies at -100.0 °C. The hazard signal word for 2-Mercaptoethanol is Danger due to its acute oral toxicity and flammability. This compound belongs to the hydroxy compounds, alcohols, substituted group and the thiols group.

• CAS Number: 60-24-2
• Boiling Point: 157.2 to 157.8 °C — decomposes
• Exact Mass: 78.01393598
• Molecular Formula: C2H6OS
• Vapour Density: 2.69
• Melting Point: -100.0 °C
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Molecular Weight: 78.14
• Hazard Statements:
• H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]
• H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]