Ethion (EC: 209-242-3)
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Environment
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Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P262 |
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P284 |
[In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection. |
P301+P316 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P320 |
Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label). |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P361+P364 |
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P391 |
Collect spillage. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| NIOSH REL | 0.4 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless to amber-colored, odorless liquid.
| Boiling Point | >302°F (decomposes) |
| Flash Point | 349°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0000015 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1.215-1.23 |
Target Organs
cholinesterase inhibition, toxic effects on nervous, respiratory and digestive systems
Synonyms
o,o,o',o'-tetraethyl s,s'-methylene di(phosphorodithioate)
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 3286
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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