Methyl thiocyanate


Methyl thiocyanate is an organic compound with the formula CH3SCN. It is a colourless liquid with an onion-like odor. It is produced by the methylation of thiocyanate salts. The compound is a precursor to the more useful isomer methyl isothiocyanate.

Safety

The LD50 is 60 mg/kg.
It is listed as an extremely hazardous substance by the United States's Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act.