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Tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone
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Tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone is a halogenated organic compound known commercially as Amical 48, used as an industrial antimicrobial and fungicide, particularly as a dry-film preservative in paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, plastics and textiles. It is a crystalline solid with a molecular formula of C8H8I2O2S and a molecular weight of 422.02 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be handled with care due to its danger signal word. Molekula supplies Tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Tan/Yellow powder |
| Purity | >95% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Tan powder at room temperature |
| Melting Point | 136 °C (range of 149-152 °C) |
| Boiling Point | 394 °C |
| Water Solubility | 10 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.00000187 mmHg |
| log P (octanol/water) | 2.66 |
Source: PubChem CID 62738 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028450 |
| CAS Number | 20018-09-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-(diiodomethylsulfonyl)-4-methylbenzene |
| EC Number | 243-468-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H8I2O2S |
| Molecular Weight | 422.02 |
| Exact Mass | 421.8335 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC=C(C=C1)S(=O)(=O)C(I)I |
| InChIKey | XOILGBPDXMVFIP-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H8I2O2S/c1-6-2-4-7(5-3-6)13(11,12)8(9)10/h2-5,8H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 62738 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29309029 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909899 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H331 Toxic if inhaled
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- 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-((Diiodomethyl)sulfonyl)-4-methylbenzene
- 4-tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone
- Amical 48
- Benzene, 1-[(diiodomethyl)sulfonyl]-4-methyl-
- Caswell No. 353B
- diiodomethyl 4-tolyl sulfone
- Diiodomethyl p-tolyl sulfone
- diiodomethyltolylsulfone
- DIMPTS
- Sulfone, diiodomethyl p-tolyl
Frequently asked questions
What is tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone used for?
It is primarily used as an industrial antimicrobial and fungicide (known commercially as Amical 48), serving as a dry-film preservative in paints, coatings, adhesives, sealants, plastics and textiles.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone?
The formula is C8H8I2O2S with a molecular weight of 422.02 g/mol.
How should tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from light and moisture, and kept in a tightly sealed container.
What grade is available for tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone?
It is available in high purity grade, suitable for research and specialty chemical applications.
Can Molekula supply tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of tolyl diiodomethyl sulfone?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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