MECOPROP | ICSC: 0055 (October 2005) |
2-(4-Chloro-o-tolyloxy)propionic acid 2-(4-Chloro-2-methylphenoxy)propanoic acid MCPP |
CAS #: 93-65-2 |
UN #: 2761 |
EC Number: 202-264-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Burning sensation. Cough. Nausea. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Unconsciousness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic 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 Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Separated from food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
MECOPROP | ICSC: 0055 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C10H11ClO3 / ClC6H3(CH3)OCH(CH3)COOH |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 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. |
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Mecoprop is a chlorophenoxy-herbicide which, as a group, has been classified by IARC (1987) as possibly carcinogenic to humans, but the data on this specific substance are inconclusive. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Other CAS number: 7085-19-0 . |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-38-41-50/53; S: (2)-13-26-37/39-60-61 |
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