| Identification |
| Name: | 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) |
| Synonyms: | 2-Benzothiazolethiol; Benzothiazole-2-thiol |
| CAS: | 149-30-4 |
| EINECS: | 205-736-8 |
| Molecular Formula: | C7H5NS2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 167.251 |
| InChI: | InChI=1S/C7H5NS2/c9-7-8-5-3-1-2-4-6(5)10-7/h1-4H,(H,8,9) |
| Molecular Structure: |
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| Properties |
| Transport: | UN 3077 |
| Boiling Point: | 305 oC at 760 mmHg |
| Density: | 1.42 |
| Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Flammable. |
| Refractive index: | 1.783 |
| Solubility: | <0.1 g/100 mL at 19 oC |
| Appearance: | beige or light yellow powder with a faint odour |
| Specification: |
1.General Description: Pale yellow to tan crystalline powder with a disagreeable odor.
2.Air & Water Reactions: Insoluble in water.
3.Reactivity Profile :2-Mercaptobenzothiazole is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Also incompatible with acids and acid fumes .
4.Fire Hazard: 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole is combustible.
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| Packinggroup: | I; II; III |
| HS Code: | 29342020 |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. |
| Sensitive: | Air Sensitive |
| Color: | PALE, YELLOW MONOCLINIC NEEDLES OR LEAFLETS YELLOWISH POWDER NEEDLES FROM ALC OR DILUTE METHANOL Yellowish to tan crystalline powder |
| Usage: | Salts used as fungicides. |
| Safety Data |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xi:Irritant
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