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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | White to yellow crystals with a slight odor of [ | + | White to yellow crystals with a slight odor of [[chlorine]]. Chloramine T was originally used as a [[bleaching agent|bleach]] in a manner similar to [[chloramine B]]. It is now primarily used as an [[disinfectant]] and [[fungicide]]. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 08:23, 13 January 2014
Description
White to yellow crystals with a slight odor of Chlorine. Chloramine T was originally used as a bleach in a manner similar to Chloramine B. It is now primarily used as an Disinfectant and Fungicide.
Synonyms and Related Terms
n-chloro-p-toluenesulfonamide; sodium p-toluenesulfochloramine; chlorimine (sp); n-chloro-4-methylbenzenesulfonamide sodium salt; benzene sulfonamide, n-chloro-4-methyl-, trihydrate
Other Properties
Soluble in water. Insoluble in benzene, chloroform, ether. Decomposes in ethanol.
| Composition | C7H7ClNNaO2S |
|---|---|
| CAS | 127-65-1 |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt.= 281.70 |
Hazards and Safety
Toxic chlorine gas is formed when mixed with ammonia. Skin contact causes irritation. Ingestion may cause burning sensation and allergic reaction.
Not listed as fire hazard. Flash point = 192 C
Mallinckrodt Baker: MSDS