Methyl demeton
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CAS
8022-00-2
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C6H15O3PS2
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RTECS
TG1760000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Demeton methyl; O,O-Dimethyl 2-ethylmercaptoethyl thiophosphate; Metasystox®; Methyl mercaptophos; Methyl systox®
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 [skin]
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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
Oily, colorless to pale-yellow liquid with an unpleasant odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical grade consists of 2 isomers: thiono & thiolo.]
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MW: 230.3
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BP: Decomposes
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FRZ: ?
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Sol: 0.03-0.3%
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VP: 0.0004 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.20
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Fl.P: ?
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Combustible Liquid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, alkalis, water
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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
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash 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
Irritation eyes, skin; ache eyes, rhinorrhea (discharge of thin mucus); nausea, headache, dizziness, vomiting
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood cholinesterase
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0862 |
