NIOSH Publication No. 2005-151:

NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

September 2005

Temephos

CAS
3383-96-8

S[C6H4OP(S)(OCH3)2]2

RTECS
TF6890000
Synonyms & Trade Names

Abate®; Temefos; O,O,O'O'-Tetramethyl O,O'-thiodi-p-phenylene phosphorothioate
DOT ID & Guide

Exposure
Limits

NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL†: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
IDLH
N.D. See: IDLH INDEX
Conversion
Physical Description
White, crystalline solid or liquid (above 87°F). [insecticide] [Note: Technical grade is a viscous, brown liquid.]
MW: 466.5
BP: 248-257°F (Decomposes)
MLT: 87°F
Sol: Insoluble
VP(77°F): 0.00000007 mmHg
IP: ?

Sp.Gr: 1.32
Fl.P: ?
UEL: ?
LEL: ?

Combustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities

None reported
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500, 0600; OSHA PV2056
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

First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
Irritation eyes, blurred vision; dizziness; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); salivation; abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting
Target Organs
Eyes, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood cholinesterase
See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0199