ICSC 1766 - METHIOCARB

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METHIOCARB	ICSC: 1766 (June 2012)
3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylthio)phenylmethylcarbamate 4-methylthio-3,5-xylylmethylcarbamate Phenol,3,5-dimethyl-4-(methylthio)methylcarbamate mercaptodimethur

CAS #: 2032-65-7

UN #: 2757 (carbamate pesticide)

EC Number: 217-991-2

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.	NO open flames. Prevent deposition of dust.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

AVOID EXPOSURE OF BREASTFEEDING WOMEN! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Avoid inhalation of dust.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED!	Protective clothing. Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Eyes	Pupillary constriction. Watering of the eyes.	Wear face shield.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Excessive salivation. Blurred vision. Sweating. Headache. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Convulsions. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Fatal if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin May cause damage to the nervous system May cause damage to nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure May cause harm to breast-fed children Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING

METHIOCARB

ICSC: 1766

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS OR FLAKES WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating and on burning. On combustion, forms irritating and toxic fumes and gases of sulfur oxides including sulfur dioxide (see ICSC 0074).	Formula: C₁₁H₁₅NO₂S Molecular mass: 225.3 Melting point: 119°C Solubility in water, mg/l: 27 Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.000015 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.08

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS OR FLAKES WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. On combustion, forms irritating and toxic fumes and gases of sulfur oxides including sulfur dioxide (see ICSC 0074).

Formula: C₁₁H₁₅NO₂S
Molecular mass: 225.3
Melting point: 119°C
Solubility in water, mg/l: 27
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.000015
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.08

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and through the skin. Effects of short-term exposure Cholinesterase inhibition. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. The effects may be delayed.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Cholinesterase inhibition. See Acute Hazards/Symptoms.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
Cholinesterase inhibition. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. The effects may be delayed.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Cholinesterase inhibition. 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. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to birds.

NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 25-50/53; S: (1/2)-22-37-45-60-61

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