Methyl mercaptan

At a glance

Methyl mercaptan is a chemical compound used in perfumery as a fragrance ingredient to add a strong, unpleasant odor, often used in small amounts to create a garlic or onion note

Category
โš—๏ธ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
CAS number
74-93-1
Profile
sulfurous, pungent, garlic-like
IFRA status
Not restricted
โ— drafted ยท last checked 2026-09-01