| Methomyl[1] | |
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| Other names | Lannate, Mesomile, Methomex, Nudrin |
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| CAS number | [] |
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| 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 |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox references |
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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]
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