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N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea
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N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea is a reactive organic compound used in synthetic chemistry, particularly in the study of nitrogen-containing heterocycles and as an intermediate in specialized reactions. It is a crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C2H5N3O2S and a molecular weight of 135.15 g/mol. Stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C, it requires careful handling due to its instability and potential hazards. It is classified with a warning signal word. Molekula supplies N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 mg — £35.60 per pack ex VAT · £42.72 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white to off-white Solid |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89986140 |
| CAS Number | 2986-25-6 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl N-nitrocarbamimidothioate |
| Molecular Formula | C2H5N3O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 135.15 |
| Exact Mass | 135.0102 |
| SMILES | CSC(=N)N[N+](=O)[O-] |
| InChIKey | FLZZNZJENFNFOJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H5N3O2S/c1-8-2(3)4-5(6)7/h1H3,(H2,3,4) |
| PubChem CID | 135927615 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2930.90.92.51 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-Nitro-2-methylisothiourea
- 2-methyl-1-nitro-2-thiopseudourea
- 2-methyl-1-nitroisothiourea
- 2-methyl-3-nitroisothiourea
- Carbamimidothioic acid, nitro-, methyl ester
- Methyl N-nitrocarbamimidothioate
- Methyl nitrocarbamimidothioate
- N-nitro(methylsulfanyl)methanimidamide
- N-nitrocarbamimidothioic acid methylester
- S-methyl-N-nitroisothiourea
Frequently asked questions
What is N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea used for?
It is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of heterocyclic compounds and as a nitroguanylating agent that transfers the N-nitroamidino group to amines to form nitroguanidines, for example in the synthesis of nitroguanidine insecticides and nitroarginine derivatives.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea?
The formula is C2H5N3O2S with a molecular weight of 135.15 g/mol.
How should N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea be stored?
It must be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.
What grade is available for N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested for specialized applications.
Can Molekula supply N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with an order of N-Nitro-S-methyl isothiourea?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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