ROTENONE

ICSC: 0944

ROTENONE
C₂₃H₂₂O₆
Molecular mass: 394.4
CAS # 83-79-4
RTECS # DJ2800000
ICSC # 0944
UN # 2588
EC # 650-005-00-2

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Water in large amounts. Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
INHALATION	Confusion. Cough. Headache. Muscle tremors. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated.
SKIN	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain (further see Inhalation).	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	First rinse with plenty of water, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Wear protective gloves when administering first aid.
EYES	Redness. Pain.	Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION	Abdominal cramps. Confusion. Diarrhoea. Headache. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).

Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, food and feedstuffs. Tightly closed. Cool.

Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 25-36/37/38
S: 22-24/25-36-44
UN Hazard Class: 6.1

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ICSC: 0944

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

ROTENONE

ICSC: 0944

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS, COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:

CHEMICAL DANGERS:

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: ppm; 5 mg/m³ (ACGIH 1991-1992).
PDK not established.

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

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin, and the respiratory tract. Inhalation of dust may cause lung oedema (see Notes). The substance may cause effects on the liver and kidneys.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point at 0.067 kPa: 210-220°C
Melting point: 165-166°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.27

Solubility in water: none
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.10

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water and fish.

NOTES

Other melting points: 185°C (dimorphic form). The substance is combustible but no flash point is available in literature. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Tubatoxin, Prentox, Rotocide, Barbasco, Chem Fish, Cube, Deril are trade names.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ICSC: 0944	ROTENONE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993

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