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Dicrotophos

Synonyms & Trade Names
Bidrin®, Carbicron®, 2-Dimethyl-cis-2-dimethylcarbamoyl-1-methylvinylphosphate
CAS No.
141-66-2
RTECS No.
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
C₈H₁₆NO₅P
Conversion
1 ppm = 9.70 mg/m3
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 0.25 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL
none See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Yellow-brown liquid with a mild, ester odor. [insecticide]
Molecular Weight
237.2
Boiling Point
752°F
Freezing Point
?
Solubility
Miscible
Vapor Pressure
0.0001 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
(59°F): 1.22
Flash Point
>200°F
Upper Explosive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Metals [Note: Corrosive to cast iron, mild steel, brass & stainless steel.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
headache, nausea, dizziness, anxiety, restlessness, muscle twitching, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), tremor, incoordination, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea; salivation, sweating, lacrimation (discharge of tears), rhinitis; anorexia, malaise (vague feeling of discomfort)
Target Organs
central nervous system, blood cholinesterase
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
Provide:Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water wash immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0872
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019