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Biodegradation in water and sediment: simulation tests

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This endpoint is waived in accordance with Column 2 of Annex VII of the REACH Regulation as the substance isis readily biodegradable.  Data waiving.

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Solid xanthates decompose exposed to moisture in air, releasing carbon disulfide(CAS# 75-15-0), an alcohol and alkali hydroxide.

Hydrolysis is a significant factor in determining the environmental fate of xanthates.

In neutral or mildly alkaline water solution, sodium ethyl xanthate decomposes to ethyl alcohol, carbon disulfide, sodium carbonate and sodium trihiocarbonate.