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Methyl demeton

Synonyms & Trade Names
Demeton methyl; O,O-Dimethyl 2-ethylmercaptoethyl thiophosphate; Metasystox®; Methyl mercaptophos; Methyl systox®
CAS No.
8022-00-2
RTECS No.
TG1760000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
C6H15O3PS2
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL
†: none
Measurement Methods

None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Oily, colorless to pale-yellow liquid with an unpleasant odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical grade consists of 2 isomers: thiono & thiolo.]
MW:
230.3
BP:
Decomposes
FRZ:
?
Sol:
0.03-0.3%
VP:
0.0004 mmHg
IP:
?
Sp.Gr:
1.20
Fl.P:
?
UEL:
?
LEL:
?
Combustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Strong oxidizers, alkalis, water
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin; ache eyes, rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus); nausea, headache, dizziness, vomiting
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood cholinesterase
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0862
 

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