Safety data for benzothiazole
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Synonyms: 1-thia-3-azaindene, benzosulfonazole
Molecular formula: C7H5NS
CAS No: 95-16-9
EC No:
Physical data
Appearance: yellow liquid with an unpleasant odour
Melting point: 2 C
Boiling point: 227 - 228 C
Vapour density: 4.66
Vapour pressure: 34 mm Hg at 131 C
Specific gravity: 1.246
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Stability
Stable - regarded as highly persistent in the environment.
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Combustion products:
nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulphur oxides.
Toxicology
Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. May cause skin
or eye irritation.
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IVN-MUS LD50 95 mg kg-1
ORL-RAT LD50 466 mg kg-1
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R20 R22.
Personal protection
Safety glasses. Adequate ventilation.