Agrochemicals
REACH
Thiabendazole
CAS Number
148-79-8
EC Number
205-725-8
E Number
E231
Abbreviation
TBZ
What is Thiabendazole?
Thiabendazole (CAS 148-79-8), abbreviated TBZ and approved as food additive E233, is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent.
Where is Thiabendazole used?
- Post-harvest food handling: surface treatment on citrus fruits, bananas and potatoes to suppress mold and extend shelf life
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing: active ingredient in anthelmintic formulations for parasitic worm infections in human and veterinary medicine
- Agriculture: systemic fungicide in seed treatments and turf management against soil-borne and foliar fungal diseases
- Polymer production: catalyst precursor in polymerization and PVC stabilization
- It controls mold, rot and fungal pathogens at low effective concentrations.
Commercial specifications
- Bulk supply from kilogram-scale to multi-tonne quantities
Other Names (Synonyms)
4-(2-Benzimidazolyl)thiazole|2-(thiazol-4-yl)benzimidazole|2-(4-thiazolyl)-1H-benzimidazole|2-(1,3-thiazol-4-yl)benzimidazole|2-(1,3-THIAZOL-4-yl)-1H-benzimidazole|E233|TBDZ|MK-360|TBZ
What are the physical properties of Thiabendazole?
Melting Point 304-305 °C
Boiling Point 446.0±37.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 1.2271 (rough estimate)
Appearance Light yellow powder
Color light yellow
Form powder
Water Solubility 0.005 g/100 mL
Vapor Pressure Negligible at room temperature
Refractive Index 1.5500 (estimate)
Log P 2.470
How is Thiabendazole classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS09· Environmental Hazard GHS08· Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
H370 Causes damage to organs
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P203 Obtain, consult and follow expert instructions for use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Thiabendazole?
HS Code 29341000
UN Number 3077
ADR Class 9
Packing Group III
WGK (Germany) 2