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Dioxathion

Synonyms & Trade Names
Delnav®; p-Dioxane-2,3-diyl ethyl phosphorodithioate; Dioxane phosphate; 2,3-p-Dioxanethiol-S,S-bis(O,O-diethyl phosphoro-dithioate); Navadel®
CAS No.
78-34-2
RTECS No.
TE3350000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
C4H6O2[SPS(OC2H5)2]2
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 0.2 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL
†: none
Measurement Methods

None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Viscous, brown, tan, or dark-amber liquid. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a mixture of cis- & trans-isomers.]
MW:
456.6
BP:
?
FRZ:
-4°F
Sol:
Insoluble
VP:
?
IP:
?
Sp.Gr(79°F): 1.26
Fl.P:
NA
UEL:
NA
LEL:
NA
Noncombustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis, iron or tin surfaces, heat
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus), chest tightness; miosis; nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; muscle fasciculation; confusion, drowsiness
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: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0883
 

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