Methyl isothiocyanate
CAS Number556-61-6
FormulaCH3NCS
Mol. Weight73.12 g/mol
Methyl isothiocyanate
What is Methyl isothiocyanate?
Methyl isothiocyanate is a chemical compound with CAS number 556-61-6 and molecular formula CH3NCS. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
Methyl isothiocyanate was used to study the effect of pesticide Metam (methyl isothiocyanate is its active ingredient) in the streamside microbial communities of the upper Sacramento river1.
Specifications
Linear Formula
CH3NCS
Molecular Weight
73.12 g/mol
Assay/Purity
97%
Boiling Point
117-118 °C(lit.)
Density
1.069 g/cm3 at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility
H2O: slightly soluble
Safety Information
GHS05
GHS06
GHS09Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H301-H310-H314-H317-H330-H410
Precautionary Statements
P260-P273-P280-P284-P301 + P310-P302 + P350
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Melting Point
30-34 °C(lit.)
EC Number
209-132-5
WGK Germany
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