International Chemical Safety Cards

DELTAMETHRIN ICSC: 0247
DELTAMETHRIN
(S)-alpha-cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl (1R)-cis-3-(2,2-dibromovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
1(S*),3R
C22H19Br2NO3
Molecular mass: 505.2
CAS # 52918-63-5
RTECS # GZ1233000
ICSC # 0247
UN # 2588
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS
PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. See Notes. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

INHALATION Burning sensation. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea.
Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Redness. Burning sensation. Itching.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Abdominal pain. Vomiting (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs, alkalies.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: III
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0247 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating above 300°C producing toxic fumes including hydrogen cyanide, hydrogen bromide.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
PDK not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system , resulting in facial sensation such as tingling, itching or burning.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
Melting point: 98-101°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.5
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: <10
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 5.43
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to fish and honey bees.
N O T E S
Some liquid formulations may be highly flammable and/or explosive. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Decis, K-Othrin, Butox are trade names. Also consult publication Health and Safety Guide No. 30 Deltamethrin, and Environmental Health Criteria No. 97 Deltamethrin, of IPCS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0247 DELTAMETHRIN
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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