2-Naphthalenethiol

2-Naphthalenethiol is an organosulfur compound with the formula C10H7SH. It is a white solid. It is one of two monothiols of naphthalene, the other being 1-naphthalenethiol.

Synthesis and reactions
2-Naphthalenethiol is prepared from 2-naphthol by the Newman–Kwart rearrangement starting from a thiocarbamate. It undergoes lithiation at the 1 and 3-position.

It can be used as a flavouring agent and has been described as having an “artichoke”, “meaty” and “creamy” taste”.