AXCIDE TCMTB 60

GENERAL

Chemical Name                                        2-(Thiocyanomethylthio) benzothiazole
Chemical Formula                                   C9H6N2S3
Molecular Weight                                     238.3

SPECIFICATIONS

PROPERTIES                                                                                              TYPICAL VALUE
Appearance:                                                                                           Viscous dark amber liquid
Assay, % (as active ingredient) :                                                                   60 +/- 2
Specific Gravity, g/cm3 @25oC :                                                        1.24 – 1.28 g/cm3
Boiling Point, oC                                                                                Not applicable (Product decomposes before boiling)
Decomposition Temperature, oC                                                > 60 oC
Flash Point, oC                                                                                    > 100 oC

DESCRIPTION

TCMTB 60 is a solvent-based fungicide used as a raw material in formulations. It is a 60%
solution of 2-(thiocyanomethylthio) benzothiazole. It is highly effective against mould fungi, thermphilic
moulds, rot and blue sap stain. TCMTB 60 is non-lachrymatory.

APPLICATIONS

TCMTB 60 is used diluted forms for the preservation of leather (Wet Blues and Wet Whites),
paint formulations, seeds, water treatment and timber preservation. This product is corrosive to the skin. It
must therefore be handled in accordance with the MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET.