Agent Name |
1-Octadecanethiol |
CAS Number |
2885-00-9 |
Formula |
C18-H38-S |
Major Category |
Other Chemicals |
Synonyms |
Mercaptooctadecane; Octadecanethiol; Octadecyl mercaptan; Stearyl mercaptan; n-Octadecyl mercaptan; [ChemIDplus] |
Category |
Thiols |
Description |
Greasy, white semi-solid with a disagreeable, offensive odor; [CHEMINFO] |
Sources/Uses |
"1-Octadecanethiol is used in chemical organic synthesis; in synthetic rubber processing, and in tarnish-preventing agents"; [CHEMINFO] |
Comments |
Symptoms of overexposure include weakness, cyanosis, and convulsions; [CAMEO] See "THIOLS"; |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Explanatory Notes |
NIOSH REL = 15 min. ceiling of 0.5 ppm; Flash point = 185 deg C; |
Adverse Effects |
Other Poison |
Chemical Asphyxiant |
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