General Description
Odorless colorless crystals. Melting point 132°C.
Reactivity Profile
BITOSCANATE reacts readily with amines [Noller]. These reactions may generate significant amounts of heat . Emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides when heated to decomposition [EPA, 1998].
Health Hazard
This material is highly toxic if ingested. It is a central nervous system and gastrointestinal toxin in humans.
Potential Exposure
Those engaged in the manufacture,
formulation and application of this anthelmintic
compound.
Incompatibilities: In general, keep away from strong oxidizers,
moisture, strong acids, strong bases. This is a thiocyanate
compound. Violent reactions may occur upon contact
with chlorates (potassium chlorate, sodium chlorate),
nitrates, nitric acid; organic peroxides.
Fire Hazard
When heated to decomposition, BITOSCANATE emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides.
First aid
Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency
medical service. Give artificial respiration if victim is not
breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration
with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way
valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and
isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact
with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running
water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact,
avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim
warm and quiet. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion,
or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Ensure that
medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved
and take precautions to protect themselves. Medical observation
is recommended for 24 to 48 hours after breathing
overexposure, as pulmonary edema may be delayed. As
first aid for pulmonary edema, a doctor or authorized paramedic
may consider administering a drug or other inhalation
therapy.
Shipping
UN2811 Toxic solids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1—Poisonous materials, Technical
Name Required.
Incompatibilities
Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates,
nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine,
bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions.
Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases,
strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides.
Description
Bitoscanate is a colorless to beige, odorless,crystalline compound. Molecular weight=192.3; Freezing/Melting point=132℃. Hazard Identification (based onNFPA-704 M Rating System): Health 2, Flammability 1,Reactivity 0.
Chemical Properties
off-white to yellow to beige-grey crystalline
Chemical Properties
Those engaged in the manufacture,
formulation and application of this anthelmintic
compound.
Incompatibilities: In general, keep away from strong oxidizers,
moisture, strong acids, strong bases. This is a thiocyanate
compound. Violent reactions may occur upon contact
with chlorates (potassium chlorate, sodium chlorate),
nitrates, nitric acid; organic peroxides.
Uses
Reagent for solid-phase sequencing.
Definition
ChEBI: Bitoscanate is a member of benzenes.
storage
Color Code—Green: General storage may be used.Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilatedarea. Store under inert gas; moisture sensitive.
Purification Methods
Purify bitoscanate by recrystallisation from AcOH, pet ether (b 40-60o), Me2CO or aqueous Me2CO. [van der Kerk et al. Recl Trav Chim Pays-Bas 74 1262 1955, Leiber & Slutkin J Org Chem 27 2214 1962, Beilstein 13 IV 174.]
