Endosulfan
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CAS
115-29-7
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C9H6Cl6O3S
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RTECS
RB9275000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Benzoepin; Endosulphan; 6,7,8,9,10-Hexachloro-1,5,5a,6,9,9a-hexachloro-6,9-methano- 2,4,3-benzo-dioxathiepin-3-oxide; Thiodan®
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DOT ID & Guide
2761 / 151
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 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
Brown crystals with a slight, sulfur dioxide odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a tan, waxy, isomer mixture.]
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MW: 406.9
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BP: Decomposes
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MLT: 223°F
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Sol: 0.00001%
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VP(77°F): 0.00001 mmHg
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IP: ?
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Sp.Gr: 1.74
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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 dissolved in flammable liquids.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis, acids, water [Note: Corrosive to iron. Hydrolyzes slowly on contact with water or decomposes in presence of alkalis and acids to form sulfur dioxide.]
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Measurement Methods
OSHA PV2023
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 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
Irritation skin; nausea, confusion, agitation, flushing, dry mouth, tremor, convulsions, headache; in animals: kidney, liver injury; decreased testis weight
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Target Organs
Skin, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, reproductive system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0742 |
