MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Drexel Chemical Co. Emergency Telephone No.
1700 Channel Avenue
Memphis, TN 38113 1-800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)
(901) 774-4370
SECTION VII 鈥? EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SECTION I 鈥? GENERAL INFORMATION
If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately
TRADE NAME DIMETHOATE 4EC for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of
CHEMICAL NAME Dimethoate (O,O-Dimethyl S-[N- water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting
(Methylcarbamoyl) Methyl] unless told to do so by a poison control center or
Phosphorodithioate) doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
CHEMICAL FAMILY Organophosphate Insecticide unconscious or convulsing person.
EPA REG. NO. 19713-231 If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with
SIGNAL WORD WARNING water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then
continue rinsing eye.
SECTION II 鈥? INGREDIENTS
If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse
(Class = H (Hazardous), NH (Non-Hazardous))
skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20
NAME CAS NO. % (by wt.) TLV CLASS minutes.
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Dimethoate 60-51-5 43.5 0.1mg/m H If Inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not
Inerts N/A 56.5 N/A NH breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if
possible.
SECTION III 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have the
Boiling Point 156掳C Specific Gravity 1.104 gms/cc product container or label with you when calling a poison control
Vapor Pressure 3.9 mmHg % Volatiles Approx. 45.0% center or doctor, or going for treatment. For information on this
pesticide product (including health concerns, medical emergencies or
@ 20掳C
pesticide incidents), call the National Pesticide Information Center at 1-
Vapor Density 34 Solubility in Water Emulsifies
800-858-7378.
pH 6-8 Appearance/Odor Clear-odorless
Note to Physician: Atropine is antidotal. Pralidoxime chloride may be
liquid, strong
effective as an adjunct to atropine. This product may cause
odor
cholinesterase inhibition. Treatment should be directed at the control
of symptoms and clinical condition. Dimethoate is an organophosphate
SECTION IV 鈥? FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA insecticide/miticide.
Flash Point >100掳F (Combustible)
Extinguishing Media Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or
SECTION VIII- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
water spray
Fire Fighting Procedures Stay upwind. Dike area to prevent water Steps to be taken in case of material leak or spill
runoff. Assure self-contained breathing Pick up spills with absorbent clay or material. Place in suitable
apparatus is worn. containers. Prevent spills from entering waterways. Assure that
protective clothing is worn.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION V 鈥? REACTIVITY DATA Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations.
Stability Stable
Conditions to Avoid Extreme temperatures
Incompatibility Strong alkalies and oxidizers SECTION IX 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Hazardous Decomposition Products Oxide of Nitrogen and
Respiratory Protection NIOSH approved respirator
Carbon. Sulfur and
Ventilation General preferred
Phosphorus
Protective Gloves Rubber impervious
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur
Eye Protection Splashproof goggles
Other Coveralls, long-sleeve shirt, rubber
boots
SECTION VI 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Carcinogenicity N/A
Toxicity Data Oral LD50 (Rat) = 60 mg/kg (Tech)
SECTION X 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Dermal LD50 (Rabbit) = 1 gm/kg (Tech)
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TLV 0.1 mg/m Precautions To Be Taken In Handling & Storage
N.F.P.A. Health: 3, Fire: 2, Reactivity: 0
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FOLLOW LABEL
(Rating: 4-Extreme, 3-High, 2-Moderate, 1-Slight, 0-Insignificant)
DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
Effects of Overexposure Cholinesterase inhibitor, muscle spasms,
vomiting, headache Domestic: Do not store near food or feed.
International: Poison
D.O.T. Description Organophosphorus Pesticides, Liquid, Toxic,
Flammable, (Dimethoate/Cyclohexanone),
6.1, 3UN-3017, PG-III, Marine Pollutant
Freight Description Agricultural Insecticide, Liquid, N.O.S.
Reportable Quantity 10 Lbs.
ERG Guide Sheet 131
The information presented herein for consideration, while not guaranteed, is true and accurate to the best of our
knowledge. No warranty, or guaranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy or reliability of such information
and we shall not be liable for any loss or consequential damages arising out of the use thereof.
Date Prepared: 05/25/07
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