Substance profile
Aldicarb
Aldicarb is crystals from isopropyl ether with a slightly sulfurous odor.
01 · Identification
What Aldicarb is
Aldicarb is crystals from isopropyl ether with a slightly sulfurous odor. Its molecular formula is C7H14N2O2S and its molecular weight is 190.27 g/mol. It melts at 100 °C.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Danger.
Other names for Aldicarb
- aldicarb (ISO)
- 2-methyl-2-(methylthio)propanal-O-(N-methylcarbamoyl)oxime
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H330 | Fatal if inhaled. |
| H300 | Fatal if swallowed. |
| H311 | Toxic in contact with skin. |
| H400 | Very toxic to aquatic life. |
| H410 | Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
Precautionary statements: P260, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301, P302, P304, P310, P330, P352, P391, P501
03 · Physical and chemical properties
Aldicarb properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling point | Decomposes (NTP, 1992) | decomposes | CAMEO |
| decomposes | decomposes | OSHA | |
| Melting point | 100 °C (212 °F) | ICSC | |
| 99 °C (210.2 °F) | DOE PAC | ||
| 99.5 °C (211.1 °F) | range, midpoint shown | HSDB | |
| Density | 1.195 g/cm³ | OSHA | |
| 1.195 g/cm³ | at 25 °C | HSDB | |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in certain organic solvents, most soluble in chloroform and acetone | HSDB | |
| Aldicarb solubilities (expressed as %) at various temperatures. | HSDB | ||
| Table: Percent Solubility [Table#3193] | HSDB | ||
| Vapor pressure | 0.000029 mmHg | at 20 °C | HSDB |
| 1e-7 mmHg | at 20 °C | DOE PAC | |
| 0.00007501 mmHg | at 25 °C | ICSC | |
| Corrosivity | Non-corrosive to common metals and plastics | HSDB |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.
04 · Handling and storage
Storing and handling Aldicarb
Storage conditions
Store aldicarb indoors in an isolated, well-ventilated, clean, dry, cool area (not above 46 °C). Store away from incompatible substances, such as highly alkaline materials. Aldicarb should be stored in a manner that will preclude mixing with water, because the resultant solution may be seriously hazardous. Do not store near food, animal feed, or other items intended for human or animal consumption. Make certain that the storage area is inaccessible to children.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Incompatible materials
Incompatible with alkaline materials.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Reactivity
ALDICARB is a carbamate ester. This chemical decomposes at temperatures greater than 212 °F. This chemical is incompatible with highly alkaline substances. It is rapidly converted by oxidizing agents. (NTP, 1992)
Source: CAMEO Chemicals
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