Fenthion
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CAS
55-38-9
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C10H15O3PS
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RTECS
TF9625000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Baytex; Entex; O,O-Dimethyl O-3-methyl-4-methylthiophenyl phosphorothioate
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: See Appendix D
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Colorless to brown liquid with a slight, garlic-like odor. [insecticide]
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MW: 278.3
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BP: ?
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FRZ: 43°F
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Sol: 0.006%
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VP: 0.0003 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.25
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Noncombustible Liquid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin mucus), chest tightness; blurred vision, miosis; cardiac irregularities; muscle fasciculation; dyspnea (breathing difficulty)
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Target Organs
respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, plasma cholinesterase
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0655 |
