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Methomyl

SKU 32358893 CAS 16752-77-5 C5H10N2O2S MW 162.21 Available on enquiry

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Methomyl is a carbamate insecticide and acaricide widely used in agriculture to control pests on crops like fruits, vegetables, and cotton. It acts as a neurotoxin, disrupting insect nervous systems. This chemical is also employed in public health to manage insect vectors of disease. With a CAS number of 16752-77-5, Methomyl has a molecular formula of C5H10N2O2S and a molecular weight of 162.21 g/mol. It should be stored at ambient temperatures and handled with caution, as it carries a "Danger" signal word. Molekula supplies Methomyl from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 32358893
CAS Number: 16752-77-5
IUPAC Name: methyl N-(methylcarbamoyloxy)ethanimidothioate
Molecular Formula: C5H10N2O2S
Molecular Weight: 162.21
Exact Mass: 162.0463
SMILES: CC(=NOC(=O)NC)SC
InChIKey: UHXUZOCRWCRNSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C5H10N2O2S/c1-4(10-3)7-9-5(8)6-2/h1-3H3,(H,6,8)
PubChem CID: 4109

Synonyms

1-(Methylthio)acetaldehyde O-methylcarbamoyloxime
1-(Methylthio)ethylideneamino methylcarbamate
2-Methylthio-acetaldehyd-O-(methylcarbamoyl)-oxim
3-Thiabutan-2-one, O-(methylcarbamoyl)oxime
Ethanimidothioic acid, N-[[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxy]-, methyl ester
Methavin
Methyl N-(((methylamino)carbonyl)oxy)ethanimidothioate
methyl N-(methylcarbamoyloxy)ethanimidothioate
Methyl O-(methylcarbamoyl)thiolacethohydroxamate
s-methyl-n-(methylcarbamoyloxy)thioacetimidate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: White crystalline solid
Odour: Slightly sulfurous
Melting Point: 78 °C
Boiling Point: 335 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 5.4 × 10⁻⁶ mmHg at 25 °C
log P (octanol/water): 0.60

Source: PubChem CID 4109 (HSDB, ICSC, PAC Chemical Database)

Frequently asked questions

What is methomyl primarily used for?

Methomyl is a carbamate insecticide used to control pests in agriculture, including aphids, mites, and other soft-bodied insects on fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methomyl?

The chemical formula is **C₅H₁₀N₂O₂S**, and the molecular weight is **162.21 g/mol**.

How should methomyl be stored?

Store methomyl at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.

What grades or purity levels of methomyl does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies methomyl in **technical grade** (typically 95%+ purity) for agricultural and industrial applications.

Can Molekula supply methomyl in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide methomyl in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet your specific requirements—contact us for details.

What documentation comes with a methomyl order?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.