ICSC 1659 - METHIDATHION

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METHIDATHION	ICSC: 1659 (October 2006)
O,O-Dimethyl S-(2,3-dihydro-5-methoxy-2-oxo-1,3,4-thiadiazol-3-ylmethyl) phosphorodithioate O,O-Dimethyl-S-(5-methoxy-1,3,4-thiadiazolinyl-3-methyl) dithiophosphate

CAS #: 950-37-8

UN #: 2783

EC Number: 213-449-4

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use water spray. Use dry powder. Use carbon dioxide.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dizziness. Nausea. Sweating. Muscle twitching. Pupillary constriction, muscle cramp, excessive salivation. Laboured breathing. Convulsions. Unconsciousness.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! See Inhalation.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer immediately for medical attention. Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
Eyes	Blurred vision.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal cramps. Diarrhoea. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes damage to nervous system Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

METHIDATHION

ICSC: 1659

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.	Formula: C₆H₁₁N₂O₄PS₃ Molecular mass: 302.3 Melting point: 39°C Density: 1.5 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.0187 Vapour pressure at 20°C: negligible Flash point: 100°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.2

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes.

Formula: C₆H₁₁N₂O₄PS₃
Molecular mass: 302.3
Melting point: 39°C
Density: 1.5 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.0187
Vapour pressure at 20°C: negligible
Flash point: 100°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.2

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body in hazardous amounts by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure Cholinesterase inhibition. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. This may result in convulsions and respiratory depression. Exposure could cause death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Cholinesterase inhibition. Cumulative effects are possible. See Acute Hazards/Symptoms.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body in hazardous amounts by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
Cholinesterase inhibition. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. This may result in convulsions and respiratory depression. Exposure could cause death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Cholinesterase inhibition. Cumulative effects are possible. See Acute Hazards/Symptoms.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. 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
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T+, N; R: 21-28-50/53; S: (1/2)-22-28-36/37-45-60-61

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