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Butylate

Also known as Diisocarb, Anelda, SUTAN

CAS 2008-41-5Formula C11H23NOSMolar mass 217.38 g/molEC 217-916-3
GHS signal word: Warning. Pictograms: Harmful or irritant, Hazardous to the environment
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Butylate chemical structure, C11H23NOS, CAS 2008-41-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Boiling point
137.5 to 138
Density
0.9402 at 25 °C
Flash point
116 °C
Solubility
In water, 45 mg/L at 22 °C
HS code
293020
Category
Herbicides
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What is Butylate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Butylate is a tertiary amine.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
S-ethyl N,N-bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioate
CAS number
2008-41-5 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
217-916-3
Molecular formula
C11H23NOS
UNII
3U78PG73G7
InChIKey
BMTAFVWTTFSTOG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H23NOS/c1-6-14-11(13)12(7-9(2)3)8-10(4)5/h9-10H,6-8H2,1-5H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCSC(=O)N(CC(C)C)CC(C)C

Synonyms

  • Diisocarb
  • Anelda
  • SUTAN
  • S-Ethyl N,N-diisobutylthiocarbamate
  • Stauffer R-1910
  • Aneldazine
  • Tomahawk
  • Genate
  • Suazin
  • Genate plus
  • Sutan 6E
  • Diisobutylthiocarbamic acid S-ethyl ester
  • Sutar' 85 E
  • Ethyl N,N-diisobutylthiocarbamate
  • S-Ethyl bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioate
  • Ethyl-N,N-diisobutyl thiolcarbamate
  • S-Ethyldiisobutylthiocarbamate
  • S-Ethyldiisobutyl thiocarbamate
  • Carbamic acid, diisobutylthio-, S-ethyl ester
  • Bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioic acid S-ethyl ester
  • Carbamothioic acid, bis(2-methylpropyl)-, S-ethyl ester
  • SUTAN PLUS
  • Bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioic acid, S-ethyl ester
  • N,N-Bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioic acid S-ethyl ester
  • N,N-bis(2-methylpropyl)(ethylsulfanyl)formamide
Show all 36 synonyms
  • Butilate
  • S-ethyl diisobutylcarbamothioate
  • Ethyl N,N-diisobutylthiolcarbamate
  • S-Ethyl N,N-diisobutyl thiocarbamate
  • S-Ethyl N,N-diisobutyl thiolcarbamate
  • S-ethyl N,N-bis(2-methylpropyl)carbamothioate
  • Carbamothioic acid, N,N-bis(2-methylpropyl)-, S-ethyl ester
  • Butilate [ISO-French]
  • S-Ethyl di-isobutylthiocarbamate
  • Ethyl-N,N-diisobutylthiocarbamate
  • S-Ethyl bis(2-methylpropyl) carbamothioate

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Appearance
Colorless liquidexp.
Odour
Aromatic odorexp.
Boiling point
137.5 to 138exp.
Density
0.9402 at 25 °Cexp.
Flash point
116 °Cexp.
Solubility
In water, 45 mg/L at 22 °Cexp.
Vapour pressure
1.29 × 10⁻² mm Hg (1.73 × 10⁺³ mPa) at 25 °Cexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
217.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
217.15 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.47calc.
Topological polar surface area
20.31 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
14calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.91calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Warning
GHS07: Harmful or irritant
Harmful or irritant
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H332Harmful if inhaled.
  • H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (7)
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P317Get medical help.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

A thiocarbamate compound used as a selective preplant incorporated herbicide. Because of its volatility, it must be incorporated immediately after application. Controls most grassy weeds, including nutgrass, in corn. Do not apply on milo or sorghum.

A selective herbicide ... well tolerated by corn. ... Effective against annual grass weed species such as barnyard grass ... crabgrass ... foxtails ... and goosegrass ... it is also effective against nutsedges ... bermudagrass seedlings ... and johnsongrass seedlings...

Herbicide.

Use classes: Herbicides.

Functional uses

  • Biocide

How it is made

Butylate is made by the reaction of di-isobutylamine with phosgene to give the carbamoyl chloride which is reacted with ethanethiol to give butylate.

Preparation: ... H. Tilles, J. Antognini, United States of America patent 2913327 (1959 to Stauffer)

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Butylate is traded under.

HS 2930.20Indicative HS code

Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates

World exports in 2024
$377M
−5.5% vs 2023, imports $372M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China49.2%
  2. Germany11.2%
  3. Japan9.7%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported12.2%
  2. Australia12.1%
  3. United States7.1%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Butylate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Butylate, based on the data on this page

What is Butylate?

Butylate is a tertiary amine.

What is the CAS number of Butylate?

The CAS registry number of Butylate is 2008-41-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Butylate?

The molecular formula of Butylate is C11H23NOS and its molar mass is 217.38 g/mol.

What is Butylate used for?

A thiocarbamate compound used as a selective preplant incorporated herbicide. Because of its volatility, it must be incorporated immediately after application. Controls most grassy weeds, including nutgrass, in corn. Do not apply on milo or sorghum. A selective herbicide ... well tolerated by corn. ...

Is Butylate hazardous?

Butylate carries the GHS signal word "Warning". Main hazards: harmful if inhaled, toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Butylate?

Butylate is usually classified under HS code 293020 (Thiocarbamates and dithiocarbamates). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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