| Chemical Name | Methyl thioglycolate |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 120.18 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Purity | ≥ 98% |
| Boiling Point | 165–170°C (at 101.3 kPa) |
| Density | 1.120–1.130 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 63°C (closed cup) |
| Refractive Index | 1.480–1.490 at 20°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform |
| Melting Point | N/A (liquid at room temperature) |
| Odor | Characteristic, pungent odor |