| Chemical Abstract Number (CAS #) |
149304
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| Synonyms | 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole |
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2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione |
| Analytical Method |
EPA Method 640 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H5NS2 |
| Use | SALTS USED AS FUNGICIDE/S
FUNGICIDE FOR PRESERVING TEXTILES SRP: FORMER USE
Vulcanization accelerator for rubber (requires use of stearic acid for full activation), tire treads
and carcasses, mechanical specialities; corrosion inhibitor in cutting oils and petroleum products,
extreme pressure additive in greases.
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| Apparent Color | PALE, YELLOW MONOCLINIC NEEDLES OR LEAFLETS; YELLOWISH
POWDER; NEEDLES FROM ALC OR DILUTE METHANOL; Yellowish to tan crystalline
powder
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| Odor | DISAGREEABLE ODOR; DISTINCTIVE ODOR (DEPENDS ON DEGREE OF
PURIFICATION)
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| Melting Point | 180.2-181.7 DEG C
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| Molecular Weight | 167.25
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| Density | 1.42
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| Sensitivity Data | 2-MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOLE IS REPORTED TO BE VERY IRRITATING
TO EYES.
EFFL: MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOLE HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE WASTE WATER
OF TIRE MANUFACTURERS.
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