In cyanide-free silver electroplating. THERAP CAT: Antihyperthyroid. Use (kg; approx.) in Germany (2009): >250; Use (kg) in USA (2002): 707; Consumption (g per capita; approx.) in Germany (2009): 0.00305; Consumption (g per capita) in the USA (2002): 0.00251; Calculated removal (%): 92.1. Pharmaceuticals: METHIMAZOLE, USP (1-METHYL-2-MERCAPTOIMIDAZOLE; TAPAZOLE), MARKETED IN 5- & 10-MG TABLETS.