1-Octadecanethiol
Agent Name
1-Octadecanethiol
CAS Number
2885-00-9
Formula
C18-H38-S
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Mercaptooctadecane; Octadecanethiol; Octadecyl mercaptan; Stearyl mercaptan; n-Octadecyl mercaptan; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Thiols
Description
Greasy, white semi-solid with a disagreeable, offensive odor; [CHEMINFO]
Sources/Uses
"1-Octadecanethiol is used in chemical organic synthesis; in synthetic rubber processing, and in tarnish-preventing agents"; [CHEMINFO]
Comments
Symptoms of overexposure include weakness, cyanosis, and convulsions; [CAMEO] See "THIOLS";
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
NIOSH REL = 15 min. ceiling of 0.5 ppm; Flash point = 185 deg C;
Adverse Effects
Other Poison
Chemical Asphyxiant
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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