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Disulfoton

Synonyms & Trade Names
O,O-Diethyl S-2-(ethylthio)-ethyl phosphorodithioate, Di-Syston®, Thiodemeton
CAS No.
298-04-4
RTECS No.
DOT ID & Guide
2783 152
Formula
C₈H₁₉O₂PS₃
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 0.1 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL
none See Appendix G
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Oily, colorless to yellow liquid with a characteristic, sulfur odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a brown liquid.]
Molecular Weight
274.4
Boiling Point
?
Freezing Point
>-13°F
Solubility
(73°F): 0.003%
Vapor Pressure
0.0002 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
1.14
Flash Point
>180°F
Upper Explosive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Combustible Liquid, but will not ignite easily.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Alkalis
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin; nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus), chest tightness; blurred vision, miosis; cardiac irreg; muscle fasciculation; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); eye, skin burns
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular 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:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap flush immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 1408
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019