Methomyl
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| Methomyl[1] | |
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(E,Z)-methyl N-{[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxy}ethanimidothioate |
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Other names
Lannate, Mesomile, Methomex, Nudrin |
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| CAS number | 16752-77-5  |
| PubChem | 5353758 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C5H10N2O2S |
| Molar mass | 162.21 g mol−1 |
| Appearance | Crystals |
| Density | 1.2946 g/cm3 |
| Melting point |
78-79 °C |
| Solubility in water | 58 g/L |
 (verify) (what is:  / ?)Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) |
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Methomyl is a carbamate insecticide. It was introduced in 1966, but its use is restricted because of its high toxicity to humans.[2] Its current primary use is on alfalfa for forage.[3] The EU and UK have imposed these restrictions by allowing a maximum pesticide residue limit of 0.02 mg/kg for apples and oranges.[citation needed] 0.02 mg/kg isthe limit of detection.
[edit] References
- ^ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 5905
- ^ Methomyl at Extension Toxicology Network
- ^ Methomyl at PAN Pesticide Database
