ICSC 1360 - METOLACHLOR

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METOLACHLOR	ICSC: 1360 (February 2000)
2-Chloro-6'-ethyl-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)aceto-o-toluidide 2-Chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)acetamide

CAS #: 51218-45-2

EC Number: 257-060-8

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.

IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Headache. Nausea.	Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes		Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal cramps.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING

METOLACHLOR

ICSC: 1360

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS CLEAR LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers	Formula: C₁₅H₂₂ClNO₂ Molecular mass: 283.81 Melting point: -62.1°C Density: 1.12 g/cm³ Solubility in water, mg/l at 25°C: 488 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0042 Flash point: 190°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.9

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS CLEAR LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers

Formula: C₁₅H₂₂ClNO₂
Molecular mass: 283.81
Melting point: -62.1°C
Density: 1.12 g/cm³
Solubility in water, mg/l at 25°C: 488
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0042
Flash point: 190°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.9

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. Effects of short-term exposure	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying. 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.

Effects of short-term exposure

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

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is 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. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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