ICSC 0005 - PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE

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PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE	ICSC: 0005 (June 2012)
Paraquat 1,1'-Dimethyl-4,4'-bipyridinium dichloride Methyl viologen dichloride

CAS #: 1910-42-5

UN #: 2781

EC Number: 217-615-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Nosebleeds.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Burning sensation. Pain.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. See Notes.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Fatal if inhaled Toxic if swallowed May be harmful in contact with skin Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to lungs, kidneys, liver and the cardiovascular system May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Keep in a well-ventilated room. Well closed. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

PARAQUAT DICHLORIDE

ICSC: 0005

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes above 300°C . This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and hydrogen chloride. Attacks metals.	Formula: C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂ / CH₃(C₅H₄N)₂CH₃・2Cl Molecular mass: 257.2 Decomposes at 300°C Density: 1.24 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 62 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: <0.0001 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -4.5

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 300°C . This produces toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and hydrogen chloride. Attacks metals.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂ / CH₃(C₅H₄N)₂CH₃・2Cl
Molecular mass: 257.2
Decomposes at 300°C
Density: 1.24 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 62
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: <0.0001
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -4.5

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. Inhalation at high concentrations and ingestion of large amounts may cause effects on the lungs, kidneys, liver and cardiovascular system. This may result in impaired functions and tissue lesions including haemorrhage and lung fibrosis. Exposure to high concentrations could cause death. Medical observation is indicated. The effects may be delayed.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nails. This may result in nail damage.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. Inhalation at high concentrations and ingestion of large amounts may cause effects on the lungs, kidneys, liver and cardiovascular system. This may result in impaired functions and tissue lesions including haemorrhage and lung fibrosis. Exposure to high concentrations could cause death. Medical observation is indicated. The effects may be delayed.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nails. This may result in nail damage.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: (as the cation): 0.05 mg/m³, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES
The toxicological information is the same for paraquat (CAS 4685-14-7). Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. The symptoms of lung fibrosis (shortness of breath, laboured breathing) do not become manifest until several days. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Do NOT take working clothes home. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s).

NOTES

The toxicological information is the same for paraquat (CAS 4685-14-7).
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
The symptoms of lung fibrosis (shortness of breath, laboured breathing) do not become manifest until several days.
Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Do NOT take working clothes home.
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.
If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T+, N; R: 24/25-26-36/37/38-48/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-22-28-36/37/39-45-60-61

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