Atrazine
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CAS
1912-24-9
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C8H14ClN5
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RTECS
XY5600000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
2-Chloro-4-ethylamino-6-isopropylamino-s-triazine; 6-Chloro-N-ethyl-N'- (1-methylethyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine
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DOT ID & Guide
2763 / 151 (triazine pesticide)
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 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
Colorless or white, odorless, crystalline powder. [herbicide]
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MW: 215.7
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BP: Decomposes
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MLT: 340°F
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Sol: 0.003%
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VP: 0.0000003 mmHg
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IP: NA
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Sp.Gr: 1.19
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Noncombustible Solid, but may be mixed with flammable liquids.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong acids, strong bases
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5602, 8315
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, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin; dermatitis, sensitization skin; dyspnea (breathing difficulty), lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), incoordination, salivation; hypothermia; liver injury
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0099 |
