International Chemical Safety Cards

TETRAMETHRIN ICSC: 0334

TETRAMETHRIN
3,4,5,6-Tetrahydrophthalimidomethyl (1RS)-cis-trans-chrysanthemate
(1,3,4,5,6,7-Hexahydro-1,3-dioxo-2H-isoindol-2-yl)methyl 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate
C19H25NO4
Molecular mass: 331.4
CAS # 7696-12-0
RTECS # GZ1730000
ICSC # 0334
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. See Notes.
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
Avoid inhalation of fine dust and mist.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness.
Safety goggles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION
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.
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from alkalies. Keep in the dark.

SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0334 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

TETRAMETHRIN ICSC: 0334

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS CRYSTALLINE POWDER , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:


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.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Melting point: 60-80°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.1		 Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: <10
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. Neo-pynamin is a trade name. Also consult publication Health and Safety Guide No. 31 Tetramethrin, and Environmental Health Criteria No. 98 Tetramethrin, of IPCS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0334 TETRAMETHRIN
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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