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HCID 8917Generated: October 25, 2026

1-Decanethiol

decanethiol · decylthiol · decane-1-thiol · N-DECYL MERCAPTAN · 1-decylthiol · MERCAPTAN C10 · 1-DECANETHIOL · Decan-1-thiol

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1-Decanethiol molecular structure

Identifiers & Physical Properties

CAS No.143-10-2
Molecular formulaCH3(CH2)9SH
Average molar mass174.35 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass174.1442217 g/mol
SMILESCCCCCCCCCCS
InChIKeyVTXVGVNLYGSIAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
PubChem CID8917
EC No.205-584-2
DTXSIDDTXSID7059727

Chemical & Physical Properties

XLogP5.5
Topological polar surface area1
Hydrogen bond donors1
Hydrogen bond acceptors1
Rotatable bonds8
Heavy atoms11
Formal charge0
Complexity61.9
Chemical classesOther Classes -> ThiolsFlammable agents - 2nd degree
DrugsPharmaceuticals -> Listed in ZINC15
SpringerMaterials PropertiesBoiling point
Density0.84 (NIOSH, 2024) - Less dense than waterwill floatRelative density (water = 1): 0.840.824 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
SolubilityInsoluble (NIOSH, 2024)Solubility in water: noneInsoluble in water.
Flash point209 °F (NIOSH, 2024)98 °C
Boiling point465 °F at 760 mmHg (NIOSH, 2024)241 °C114 °C/13 mmHg (lit.)
Melting point-15 °F (NIOSH, 2024)-26 °C-26 °C (lit.)
Vapor densityRelative vapor density (air = 1): 6.0
Vapor pressure0.03 [mmHg]Vapor pressure, Pa at 20 °C:
Physical Description1-decanethiol is a colorless liquid with a strong odor.Colorless liquid with a strong odor[NIOSH]COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.Colorless liquid with a strong odor.
Refractive indexn20/D 1.458(lit.)
Storage conditions2-8°C
pKa (acidity coefficient)10.50±0.10(Predicted)
Physical stateclear liquid
ColorColorless to Almost colorless
Specific gravity0.841
Specific heat capacityCp(liquid): 2.01 J/(g·K), at 25℃
SensitivityAir Sensitive/Stench
BRN1735223
Henry's law constant5.0×10-4 mol/(m3Pa) at 25℃, Yaws et al. (2003)
Exposure limitsNIOSH: Ceiling 0.5 ppm(3.6 mg/m3)
InChI1S/C10H22S/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11/h11H,2-10H2,1H3
InChIKeyVTXVGVNLYGSIAR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCCCCCCCCCCS
LogP (partition coefficient)5.518 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference143-10-2(CAS DataBase Reference)
FDA UNIIA2H8YRB236
NIST Chemistry Reference1-Decanethiol(143-10-2)
EPA Substance Registry System1-Decanethiol (143-10-2)
UNSPSC Code12352103
NACRESNA.23
GHS pictogramGHS07
Signal wordWarning
GHS hazard statementsH315-H319-H335
GHS precautionary statementsP261-P264-P271-P280-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338
Target organsRespiratory system
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Hazard symbolsXi
Risk statements (R)36/37/38
Safety statements (S)26-36
Occupational exposure limit (OEL)Ceiling: 0.5 ppm (3.6 mg/m3) [15-minute]
UN transport numberUN 3334
Water hazard class (WGK)3
F13
Hazard NoteIrritant/Stench/Air Sensitive
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
Customs code29309090
Storage class10 - Combustible liquids
Hazard classEye Irrit. 2Skin Irrit. 2STOT SE 3

Safety & Regulations

GHS classificationThis chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 1.9% (1 of 54) of reports.DangerH314 (14.8%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P273, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P363, P391, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)Aggregated GHS information provided per 54 reports by companies from 7 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.
Regulatory informationThe New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act requires public and private employers to provide information about hazardous substances at their workplaces. (N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et. seq.)
DOT labelFlammable Liquid Poison
Fire hazardsExcerpt from ERG Guide 131 [Flammable Liquids - Toxic]:Combustible. Above 98 °C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Health hazardsExcerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for 1-Decanethiol:
Hazards summarySee THIOLS
DOT ID and guide1228 131
Reactive groupSulfides, Organic
Reactivity Profile1-DECANETHIOL is incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong acids and bases, alkali metals, and nitric acid. May react with water, steam or acids to produce toxic and flammable vapors. Reacts violently with strong oxidizing agents such as calcium hypochlorite(Ca(OCl)2) forming toxic fumes of SOx. Will react with hydrides to form flammable H2 gas. May react with halogenated hydrocarbons to yield hydrogen halides. Reacts exothermically with aldehydes. May mit highly toxic fumes of SO when heated to decomposition.
Chemical DangersDecomposes on burning. This produces toxic gases including sulfur dioxide (see ICSC 0074). Reacts with strong bases and strong oxidants.
Flammable LimitsClass IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200 °F.
Air and Water ReactionsNo rapid reaction with air. No rapid reaction with water.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesSkin Corr. 1C (14.8%)Flammable agents - 2nd degree
Fire fightingExcerpt from ERG Guide 131 [Flammable Liquids - Toxic]:Use foam, carbon dioxide, powder.
First aid measuresFresh air, rest.Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .
First aidExcerpt from NIOSH Pocket Guide for 1-Decanethiol:(General first aid procedures)
Safe storageSeparated from strong oxidants and strong bases.
Nonfire spill responseExcerpt from ERG Guide 131 [Flammable Liquids - Toxic]:
Spillage disposalPersonal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 131 [Flammable Liquids - Toxic]:
Eye PreventionWear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Fire PreventionNO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 98 °C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
Inhalation RiskNo indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20 °C.
Skin PreventionProtective gloves.
Ingestion PreventionDo not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Target organsEyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous systemRespiratory system
Adverse effectsOther Poison - Chemical Asphyxiant
Exposure routesThe substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Signs and SymptomsDizziness. Headache. Nausea.Severe deep burns. Pain.Nausea. Vomiting. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Weakness.irritation eyes, skin, respiratory systemconfusion, dizziness, headache, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), convulsions
F13
Occupational exposure limit (OEL)Ceiling: 0.5 ppm (3.6 mg/m3) [15-minute]
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Eyeshields, Gloves, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK)3
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
UN transport numberUN 3334
Customs code29309090
Risk statements (R)36/37/38
Signal wordWarning
GHS pictogramGHS07
Hazard symbolsXi
hazard_noteIrritant/Stench/Air Sensitive
Safety statements (S)26-36
Storage class10 - Combustible liquids
GHS hazard statementsH315-H319-H335
Hazard classEye Irrit. 2Skin Irrit. 2STOT SE 3
GHS precautionary statementsP261-P264-P271-P280-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338

Applications & Uses

Uses

1-Decanethiol is used to improve charge injection by creating a monolayer of this material on gold source-drain electrode surfaces for field-effect transistors (FETs). It is also used in the study of self-assembled monolayers.

General Description

1-Decanethiol is an alkanethiol that forms a self-assembled monolayer(SAM) and it can be coated as a protective coating on a variety of substrates.