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methyl mercaptan

CH3SH(methyl mercaptan)

Strong, unpleasant odor (similar to rotten cabbage).
Used in pesticide production, natural gas odorant, and as a chemical intermediate.

Specifications we measure
RangeResolutionTechnologySensor Module
10 PPM
0.1ECES-CH3SH-4EC10
300 PPM1Photo Ionization DetectorES-VOC-4PI300
Guidelines
  • Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL): 0.5 ppm (parts per million) over an 8-hour workday.
  • Short-Term Exposure Limit (STEL): 1 ppm for a 15-minute period.
Health effects
  • Short-term: Dizziness, headaches, nausea, irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
  • Long-term: Chronic exposure can cause neurological damage, liver/kidney issues, and respiratory problems.