Propoxur
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CAS
114-26-1
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CH3NHCOOC6H4OCH(CH3)2
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RTECS
FC3150000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Aprocarb®; o-Isopropoxyphenyl-N-methylcarbamate; N-Methyl-2-isopropoxyphenyl-carbamate
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3
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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
White to tan, crystalline powder with a faint, characteristic odor. [insecticide]
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MW: 209.3
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BP: Decomposes
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MLT: 187-197°F
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Sol: 0.2%
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VP: 0.000007 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: ?
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Fl.P: >300°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, alkalis [Note: Emits highly toxic methyl isocyanate fumes when heated to decomposition.]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5601; OSHA PV2007
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: Daily
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
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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
Miosis, blurred vision; sweating, salivation; abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting; headache, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), muscle twitching
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Target Organs
central nervous system, liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, blood cholinesterase
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0191 |
