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MALATHION | ICSC: 0172 |
S-1,2-bis(Ethoxycarbonyl)ethyl O,O-dimethylphosphorodithioate Butanedioic acid, {(dimethoxyphosphinothioyl)thio}-, diethyl ester C10H19O6PS2 Molecular mass: 330.4 RTECS # WM8400000 ICSC # 0172 UN # 3082 EC # 015-041-00-X |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Risk of fire and explosion if formulations contain flammable/explosive solvents.
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
STRICT HYGIENE!
AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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Dizziness.
Pupillary constriction. Muscle cramp. Excessive salivation.
Sweating.
Laboured breathing.
Unconsciousness.
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Refer for medical attention.
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(Further see Inhalation).
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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Safety spectacles.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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Abdominal cramps.
Diarrhoea.
Nausea.
Vomiting
(further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth.
Rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Do NOT wash away into sewer
(extra personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust).
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
Separated from
strong oxidants,
food and feedstuffs.
Keep in a well-ventilated room.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Xn symbol R: 22 S: (2-)24 UN Hazard Class: 9 UN Packing Group: III Marine pollutant. |
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MALATHION | ICSC: 0172 |
I M P O R T A N T D A T A |
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms.
This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to honey bees.
Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.
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N O T E S | ||||
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
The symptoms of acute intoxication do not become manifest until before 30 minutes or 1-2 hours.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s).
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.
Carbofos, Celthion, Cythion, Emmatos, Fosfothion, Fyfanon, Karbofos, Kypfos, Malamar, Malatol, Malatox, Sadophos, Sumitox, Zithiol are trade names.
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