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Disulfoton

Synonyms & Trade Names
O,O-Diethyl S-2-(ethylthio)-ethyl phosphorodithioate; Di-Syston®; Thiodemeton
CAS No.
298-04-4
RTECS No.
TD9275000
DOT ID & Guide
2783 152
Formula
C8H19O2PS3
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 0.1 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL
†: none
Measurement Methods

NIOSH 5600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Oily, colorless to yellow liquid with a characteristic, sulfur odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a brown liquid.]
MW:
274.4
BP:
?
FRZ:
>-13°F		 Sol(73°F): 0.003%
VP:
0.0002 mmHg
IP:
?
Sp.Gr:
1.14
Fl.P:
>180°F
UEL:
?
LEL:
?
Combustible Liquid, but will not ignite easily.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin; nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus), chest tightness; blurred vision, miosis; cardiac irreg; muscle fasciculation; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); eye, skin burns
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 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: 1408
 

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