Sodium ethanethiolate
Agent Name
Sodium ethanethiolate
CAS Number
811-51-8
Formula
C2-H6-S.Na
Major Category
Metals
Synonyms
Ethanethiol, sodium salt; [ChemIDplus] UN3263
Category
Organic Compounds, Metal Salts
Description
Beige crystals with a stench; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Reacts violently with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Sodium methanethiolate."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, basic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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