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Potassium ethylxanthate (140-89-6)

Identification
Name:Potassium ethylxanthate
Synonyms:Carbonicacid, dithio-, O-ethyl ester, potassium salt (8CI);Carbonodithioic acid,O-ethyl ester, potassium salt (9CI);(O-Ethyl dithiocarbonato)potassium;Dithiocarbonic acid O-ethyl ester potassium salt;Ethyl potassium xanthate;Ethyl potassium xanthogenate;Ethylxanthic acid potassium salt;KEX;O-Ethyldithiocarbonate potassium salt;O-Ethyl potassium dithiocarbonate;PotassiumO-ethyl carbonodithioate;Potassium O-ethyl dithiocarbonate;Potassiumethylxanthate;Potassium xanthate;Potassiumxanthogenate;Z 3;Z 3 (pesticide);Carbonodithioic acid,O-ethyl ester, potassium salt (1:1);
CAS:140-89-6
EINECS: 205-439-3
Molecular Formula: C3H5KOS2
Molecular Weight: 160.3
InChI: InChI=1/C3H6OS2.K/c1-2-4-3(5)6;/h2H2,1H3,(H,5,6);/q;+1/p-1
Molecular Structure: (C3H5KOS2) Carbonicacid, dithio-, O-ethyl ester, potassium salt (8CI);Carbonodithioic acid,O-ethyl ester, potas...
Properties
Transport:UN 3288
Flash Point: 26.7 ºC
Boiling Point: 120.5 ºC at 760 mmHg
Density:1.558 g/cm3
Stability:Stable. Incompatible with strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents.
Water Solubility:1090 g/l in water at 20ºC
Solubility:1090 g/l in water at 20ºC
Appearance:White or slightly yellowish crystalline powder
Specification:

1. Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.  Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. 
2. Handling and Storage 
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Report:

  Potassium ethylxanthate (CAS NO.140-89-6) is reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Packinggroup: II
Flash Point: 26.7 ºC
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols Xn:Harmful