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5-Nitrosalicylaldehyde 97-51-8Cas No.:108-62-3M.F.: C8H16O4 white needle--shaped crystal
| Name | Metaldehyde | |
| Synonyms | Acetaldehyde tetramer; 2,4,6,8-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7-tetraoxacyclooctane; Metacetaldehyde | |
| Molecular Structure | ||
| Molecular Formula | C8H16O4 | |
| Molecular Weight | 176.21 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 108-62-3 | |
| EINECS | 203-600-2 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.27 | |
| Sublimation | 112-115 ºC | |
| Flash point | 50 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 0.02 g/100 mL (20 ºC) | |
Specification:
| Appearance | white needle--shaped crystal |
| Assay | min 99% |
| Acetaldehyde | max 0.4% |
| Paraldehyde | max 0.4% |
| Stabilizing agent | max 0.2% |
| Stability | lot weight ( 60?, four days) < 6% |
Application: Metaldetyde is a specific pesticide to kill and prevent molluscs, such as, snail and slug etc. It can be used in artifical rainfall, fireworks and safety match. It is called solid alcohol, too. It is used extensively in gardens, agriculture and industry etc.
Metaldehyde 108-62-3