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Methiocarb

Also known as Mercaptodimethur, Metmercapturon, Mesurol

CAS 2032-65-7Formula C11H15NO2SMolar mass 225.31 g/molEC 217-991-2
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Acute toxicity (severe), Hazardous to the environment 6 suppliers listed
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Methiocarb chemical structure, C11H15NO2S, CAS 2032-65-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

What buyers check first

All properties
Appearance
Colorless crystals
Melting point
119 °C
Boiling point
325 °C
Density
Greater than 1
Solubility
In water, 27 mg/l @ 20 °C
HS code
293020
Category
Insecticides and acaricides
UN number
UN 2757
Illustrative photo, colourless crystals beside an amber glass bottle on a laboratory bench
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Methiocarb?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Methiocarb is a carbamate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the phenolic group of 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenol with the carboxy group of methylcarbamic acid. It has a role as an acaricide, an insecticide, an agrochemical, an avicide, a molluscicide, a xenobiotic, an EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor and an environmental contaminant. It is a carbamate ester, an aryl sulfide and a methyl sulfide. It is functionally related to a 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenol and a methylcarbamic acid.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
(3,5-dimethyl-4-methylsulfanylphenyl) N-methylcarbamate
CAS number
2032-65-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 716-16-5
EC number
217-991-2
Molecular formula
C11H15NO2S
UNII
JI9431OS31
MDL number
MFCD00055450
InChIKey
YFBPRJGDJKVWAH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C11H15NO2S/c1-7-5-9(14-11(13)12-3)6-8(2)10(7)15-4/h5-6H,1-4H3,(H,12,13)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC1=CC(=CC(=C1SC)C)OC(=O)NC

Synonyms

  • Mercaptodimethur
  • Metmercapturon
  • Mesurol
  • Draza
  • Mesurol Phenol
  • Methiocarbe
  • Grandslam
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-(methylthio)phenyl methylcarbamate
  • Certan
  • Lizetan
  • Bayer 37344
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-(methylthio)phenol methylcarbamate
  • 4-Methylmercapto-3,5-xylyl methylcarbamate
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methylthiophenyl N-methylcarbamate
  • DCR 736
  • 4-Methylthio-3,5-dimethylphenyl methylcarbamate
  • BAY 5024
  • BAY 9026
  • 4-(Methylthio)-3,5-xylyl methylcarbamate
  • BAY 37344
  • 4-Methylmercapto-3,5-dimethylphenyl N-methylcarbamate
  • ENT 25,726
  • Phenol, 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylthio)-, methylcarbamate
  • SD 9228
  • 3,5-Xylenol, 4-(methylthio)-, methylcarbamate
Show all 37 synonyms
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methyl-thiophenyl-N-carbamat
  • 4-Methylthio-3,5-xylyl methylcarbamate
  • Methyl carbamic acid 4-(methylthio)-3,5-xylyl ester
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl methylcarbamate
  • 3,5-Dimethyl-4-methylmercaptophenyl-N-methyl-carbamate
  • Carbamic acid, methyl-, 4-(methylthio)-3,5-xylyl ester
  • Carbamic acid, N-methyl-, 4-(methylthio)-3,5-xylyl ester
  • Carbamic acid, methyl-, 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylthio)phenyl ester
  • 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenyl N-methylcarbamate
  • (3,5-dimethyl-4-methylsulfanylphenyl) N-methylcarbamate
  • Phenol, 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylthio)-, 1-(N-methylcarbamate)
  • Mercaptodimethur, Mesurol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Colorless crystalsexp.
Odour
Phenol-like odorexp.
Melting point
119 °Cexp.
Boiling point
325 °Cexp.
Density
Greater than 1exp.
Solubility
In water, 27 mg/l @ 20 °Cexp.
Vapour pressure
2.7 × 10⁻⁷ mm Hg @ 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
225.31 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
225.0824 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
2.74calc.
Topological polar surface area
38.33 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
1calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.36calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccccc1

c1ccccc1

1 ring, 6 atoms, the Benzene ring system.

485,677 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS06: Acute toxicity (severe)
Acute toxicity (severe)
GHS09: Hazardous to the environment
Hazardous to the environment

Hazard statements

  • H301Toxic if swallowed.
  • H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
  • H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (9)
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P273Avoid release to the environment.
  • P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P330Rinse mouth.
  • P391Collect spillage.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
UN number
UN 2757
Transport hazard class
6.1
Packing group
II

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

Acaricide, molluscicide.

Controls slugs, snails in a wide range of crops, controls sucking & biting insects (including soil insects) & spider mites in beets, berries, citrus, hops, maize, oilseed rape, ornamentals, pome & stone fruit, potatoes, vegetables, also used as a bird repellent.

It is particularly effective for control of mites, including phosphate resistant strains, at relatively low rates.

Methiocarb has been in use since the 1960s as a molluscicide, acaricide, and insecticide (contact and stomach poison) for control of snails and slugs in home gardens & ornamentals, mites, thrips, aphids, leafhoppers, fruit flies, & biting insects, & some soil pests of field crops. It is also used as a bird repellent on fruit crops.

Use classes: Insecticides, Molluscicides, Bird repellents, Insecticides, Pesticides.

Pharmacological actions

  • Insecticides
  • Molluscacides

Roles

  • acaricide
  • agrochemical
  • avicide
  • environmental contaminant
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • insecticide
  • molluscicide
  • pesticide
  • xenobiotic

Functional uses

  • Biocide

Pharmacology

Methiocarb is a synthetic carbamate ester, aryl sulfide compound, acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, and neurotoxin that is used as a pesticide. It is characterized as a highly toxic, colorless or white crystalline solid with a mild odor, and exposure occurs by inhalation, ingestion, or contact.

How it is made

Methiocarb may be made by the reaction of methyl isocyanate with 4-methylthio-3,5-xylenol.

By condensation of 4-methylthio-3,5-xylenol with ... Phosgene & methylamine.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Europe

  • EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)
    Index no: 006-023-00-2

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Methiocarb 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.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

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

Frequently asked questions

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

What is Methiocarb?

Methiocarb is a carbamate ester obtained by the formal condensation of the phenolic group of 3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylsulfanyl)phenol with the carboxy group of methylcarbamic acid.

What is the CAS number of Methiocarb?

The CAS registry number of Methiocarb is 2032-65-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 716-16-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Methiocarb?

The molecular formula of Methiocarb is C11H15NO2S and its molar mass is 225.31 g/mol.

What is Methiocarb used for?

Acaricide, molluscicide. Controls slugs, snails in a wide range of crops, controls sucking & biting insects (including soil insects) & spider mites in beets, berries, citrus, hops, maize, oilseed rape, ornamentals, pome & stone fruit, potatoes, vegetables, also used as a bird repellent.

Is Methiocarb hazardous?

Methiocarb carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: toxic if swallowed, very toxic to aquatic life, very 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 Methiocarb?

Methiocarb 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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