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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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Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
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| EXPLOSION |
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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 |
Pupillary constriction, muscle cramp, excessive salivation. Sweating. Nausea. Laboured breathing. Dizziness. Convulsions. Unconsciousness.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
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| Skin |
EASILY ABSORBED! (See Inhalation).
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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 |
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Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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| Ingestion |
Abdominal cramps. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. (Further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
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| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | PACKAGING & LABELLING | |||||||
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Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. EU Classification Symbol: T+, N R: 27/28-50/53 S: (1/2-)-23-28-36/37-45-60-61 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: I | |||||||
| EMERGENCY RESPONSE | STORAGE | |||||||
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Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT6-I
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed.
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| IMPORTANT DATA | |||
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE: OILY, YELLOW OR BROWN LIQUID CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic fumes including phosphorous oxides and sulfur oxides. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: 0.01 mg/m³ as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2005). MAK not established. |
ROUTES OF EXPOSURE: The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. INHALATION RISK: Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying. EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE: The substance may cause effects on the nervous system, resulting in convulsions and respiratory failure. Cholinesterase inhibitor. Exposure above the OEL may result in death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE: Cholinesterase inhibitor; cumulative effect is possible: see acute hazards/symptoms. | ||
| PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |||
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Boiling point at 0.0013 kPa: 138-141 °C Relative density (water = 1): 1.202 Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: 0.15 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0067 |
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.23 | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL DATA | |||
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to birds and honey bees. 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. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Do NOT take working clothes home. Card has been partly updated in April and October 2005. See section Occupational Exposure Limits.
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See Also:
Toxicological Abbreviations
Fensulfothion (PDS)
Fensulfothion (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 2)
Fensulfothion (Pesticide residues in food: 1982 evaluations)
Fensulfothion (Pesticide residues in food: 1983 evaluations)