8634. Sodium Isopropyl Xanthate

Nomenclature

CAS number: 140-93-2
Isopropylxanthic acid sodium salt; Good-Rite Nix.
C4H7NaOS2; mol wt 158.22.
C 30.36%, H 4.46%, Na 14.53%, O 10.11%, S 40.53%.
(CH3)2CHOCSSNa.

Properties

Deliquescent, white to yellowish powder or lumps, dec 150°. Slightly unpleasant odor. Soly in water: 30% at 4°; 46% at 24°; 54% at 35°.

Caution

Irritating to skin, eyes, mucous membranes, respiratory tract.

Use

Control of annual weeds in bean and pea fields.