Methomyl
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Methomyl is a carbamate insecticide introduced in 1966. It is highly toxic to humans, livestock, pets, and wildlife.[3] The EU imposed a pesticide residue limit of 0,01 mg/kg for all fruit and vegetables.[4]
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IUPAC name
(E,Z)-methyl N-{[(methylamino)carbonyl]oxy}ethanimidothioate | |||
Other names
Lannate, Mesomile, Methomex, Nudrin | |||
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.037.089 | ||
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C5H10N2O2S | |||
Molar mass | 162.20 | ||
Appearance | White crystalline solid[2] | ||
Odor | Slight, sulfur-like[2] | ||
Density | 1.2946 g/cm3 | ||
Melting point | 78 to 79 °C (172 to 174 °F; 351 to 352 K) | ||
58 g/L | |||
Vapor pressure | 0.00005 mmHg (25°C)[2] | ||
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Flash point | Noncombustible[2] | ||
NIOSH (US health exposure limits): | |||
PEL (Permissible) |
none[2] | ||
REL (Recommended) |
TWA 2.5 mg/m3[2] | ||
IDLH (Immediate danger) |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Methomyl is a common active ingredient in commercial fly bait, for which the label instructions in the United States warn that "It is a violation of Federal Law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling." "Off-label" uses and other uses not specifically targeted at problem insects are illegal, dangerous, and ill-advised.[5][6]