ICSC 0239 - CISMETHRIN

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CISMETHRIN	ICSC: 0239 (July 2002)
(5-Benzyl-3-furyl)methyl (1R)-cis-chrysanthemate (5-(Phenylmethyl)-3-furanyl)methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate

CAS #: 35764-59-1

UN #: 3349

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable.	NO open flames.	Use foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered 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 Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

CISMETHRIN

ICSC: 0239

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE POWDER. Physical dangers Chemical dangers	Formula: C₂₂H₂₆O₃ Molecular mass: 338.5 Solubility in water: none

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE POWDER.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers

Formula: C₂₂H₂₆O₃
Molecular mass: 338.5
Solubility in water: none

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system.	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

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system.

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

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.

NOTES
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. See ICSCs 0229 and 0324.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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