Amyl Mercaptan Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Amyl Mercaptan (C5H12S). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Amyl Mercaptan molecular formula

About Amyl Mercaptan

Amyl mercaptan is a colorless liquid with a disagreeable, persistent odor. It is used in the manufacture of chemicals.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Flammable
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
77°F
Storage temperature
Not applicable
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Not applicable

Substances that can catch fire easily

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Amyl Mercaptan

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Amyl Mercaptan (C5H12S). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Amyl Mercaptan should account for its listed hazards (Flammable), climate control needs (Not applicable), and segregation requirements. Not applicable

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Appearance: Colorless liquid Odor: Disagreeable, persistent odor Density: 0.8457 g/cm³ Melting point: −151 °C (−240 °F; 122 K) Boiling point: 118 to 119 °C (244 to 246 °F; 391 to 392 K) Solubility in water: Soluble

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Amyl Mercaptan

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Amyl Mercaptan be stored?

Store Amyl Mercaptan in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Flammable). Climate range guidance: Not applicable. Compatibility notes: Not applicable US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Amyl Mercaptan flammable?

Yes — Amyl Mercaptan is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: 77°F. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Amyl Mercaptan?

Amyl Mercaptan is listed as: Flammable. Substances that can catch fire easily

What fire suppression is recommended for Amyl Mercaptan?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Amyl Mercaptan (C5H12S). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Amyl Mercaptan storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Amyl Mercaptan. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.