PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE | ICSC: 0005 (June 2012) |
Paraquat 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride Methyl viologen dichloride |
CAS #: 1910-42-5 |
UN #: 2781 |
EC Number: 217-615-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Nosebleeds. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Burning sensation. Pain. | Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. See Notes. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Fatal if inhaledToxic if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to lungs, kidneys, liver and the cardiovascular system May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Keep in a well-ventilated room. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE | ICSC: 0005 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C12H14Cl2N2 / CH3(C5H4N)2CH3・2Cl |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (as the cation): 0.05 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal. |
NOTES |
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The toxicological information is the same for paraquat (CAS 4685-14-7). Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. The symptoms of lung fibrosis (shortness of breath, laboured breathing) do not become manifest until several days. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Do NOT take working clothes home. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T+, N; R: 24/25-26-36/37/38-48/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-22-28-36/37/39-45-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations