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| TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
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Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.
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| EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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| Inhalation |
Cough. Sore throat. Wheezing. Shortness of breath.
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Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Rash. Blisters.
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Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
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| Eyes |
Redness. Pain. Itching.
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Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention.
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| Ingestion |
Burning sensation. Abdominal pain.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
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| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | PACKAGING & LABELLING | |||||||
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Personal protection: particulate filter adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. EU Classification Symbol: T, N R: 45-43-50/53 S: 53-45-60-61 GHS Classification Danger Causes eye irritation Causes skin irritation May cause allergic or asthmatic symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled May cause allergic skin reaction May cause cancer May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life | |||||||
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong bases, food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: COLOURLESS CRYSTALLINE POWDER. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides. Attacks metal. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: 0.1 mg/m³ as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2008). MAK not established. |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. INHALATION RISK: A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE: The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE: Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization and allergic conjunctivitis. Repeated or prolonged inhalation exposure may cause asthma. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. | ||
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |||
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Melting point: 160-161°C Solubility in water: none Relative vapour density (air = 1): 12 |
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.8 | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL DATA | |||
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be given to avoid any additional release, e.g. through inappropriate disposal.
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact with this substance. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Do NOT take working clothes home.
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations
Captafol (HSG 49, 1990)
Captafol (PIM 097)
Captafol (FAO/PL:1969/M/17/1)
Captafol (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 3)
Captafol (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 4)
Captafol (Pesticide residues in food: 1976 evaluations)
Captafol (Pesticide residues in food: 1977 evaluations)
Captafol (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 53, 1991)