DIQUAT DIBROMIDE | ICSC: 1363 (October 2001) |
1,1'-Ethylene-2,2'-bipyridyllium dibromide 6,7-Dihydrodipyridol[1,2-a:2',1-c]pyrazinedium dibromide 9,10-Dihydro-8a-10a-diazoniaphenanthrene dibromide |
CAS #: 85-00-7 |
UN #: 2781 |
EC Number: 201-579-4 |
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. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Nosebleeds. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Nausea. Vomiting. Ulceration in the mouth. Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Further see Inhalation. | 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. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). 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 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 | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
DIQUAT DIBROMIDE | ICSC: 1363 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C12H12N2Br2 |
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: (inhalable fraction): 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). TLV: (respirable fraction): 0.1 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) |
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. |
NOTES |
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The toxicological information is the same for diquat dibromide monohydrate (CAS 6385-62-2) and diquat (CAS 2764-72-9). 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: 22-26-36/37/38-43-48/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-28-36/37/39-45-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations