Methomyl

Methomyl
Methomyl[1]
Identifiers
CAS number 16752-77-5 YesY
PubChem 5353758
Jmol-3D images Image 1
Properties
Molecular formula C5H10N2O2S
Molar mass 162.21 g mol−1
Appearance Crystals
Density 1.2946 g/cm3
Melting point

78-79 °C

Solubility in water 58 g/L
 YesY (verify) (what is: YesY/N?)
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox references

Methomyl is a carbamate insecticide. It was introduced in 1966, but its use is restricted because of its high toxicity to humans.[2] Its current primary use is on alfalfa for forage.[3]

References

  1. ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 5905
  2. ^ Methomyl at Extension Toxicology Network
  3. ^ Methomyl at PAN Pesticide Database