A10740 Methylene dithiocyanate, 98%

CAS Number

6317-18-6

Synonyms

Dithiocyanatomethane

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Methylene dithiocyanate, 98%

MDL

MFCD00001833

EINECS

228-652-3

Chemical Properties

Formula

CH₂(SCN)₂

Formula Weight

130.19

Melting point

103-107°

Flash Point

>110°(230°F)

Storage & Sensitivity

Ambient temperatures.

Solubility

Decomposes in water. Slightly soluble in organic solvents.

Applications

Methylene dithiocyanate is an important organic intermediate. It is used in agrochemical, pharmaceutical and dyestuff field. It is also used to control slime in pulp and paper manufacturing, preservation of paints, adhesives, synthetic polymer lattices and latex emulsions, anti-microbial treatment of water thinned products, thickeners and slurries, preservation of wood and wood products, preservation of Leather and Leather products and in oil well brines and drilling mud.

Notes

Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.

Literature References

Konnert, J. H.; Britton, D. The crystal and molecular structure of methylene dithiocyanate. Acta Crystallographica Section B: Structural Crystallography and Crystal Chemistry. 1971, 27, (4), 781-786.

GHS Hazard and Precautionary Statements

Hazard Statements: H301-H330-H314-H317

Toxic if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary Statements: P301+P310a-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P320-P405-P501a

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Specific treatment is urgent (see label). Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.