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2-MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOLEICSC: 1183 (April 2017)
Benzothiazolethiol
Benzothiazole-2-thione
MBT
CAS #: 149-30-4
UN #: 3077
EC Number: 205-736-8

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.  Use water spray, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.   

 AVOID ALL CONTACT!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. See Notes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: face shield and particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

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DANGER
May cause an allergic skin reaction
May cause cancer
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Store only in original container. Separated from acids and oxidizing materials. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. 
PACKAGING
 
2-MERCAPTOBENZOTHIAZOLE ICSC: 1183
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Reacts with acids and oxidizing substances. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides and hydrogen sulfide. 

Formula: C7H5NS2 / C6H4SNCSH
Molecular mass: 167.3
Melting point: 180-182°C
Density: 1.42 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.01 (very poor)
Flash point: 243°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 628°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 15-?
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.41  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may be irritating to the eyes. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. See Notes. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: (inhalable fraction): 4 mg/m3; carcinogen category: 3; sensitization of skin (SH); pregnancy risk group: C 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. 

NOTES
Do NOT take working clothes home.
Isolate contaminated clothing by sealing in a bag or other container.
Anyone who has shown skin sensitization due to this substance should avoid all further contact. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xi, N; R: 43-50/53; S: (2)-24-37-60-61 

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