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PROPOXUR

ICSC: 0191

2-Isopropoxyphenyl methylcarbamate
Phenol, 2-(1-methylethoxy)-,methylcarbamate
2-(1-Methylethoxy)phenyl methylcarbamate
PHC
C11H15NO3
Molecular mass: 209.2
ICSC # 0191 		CAS # 114-26-1
RTECS # FC3150000
UN # 2757
EC # 006-016-00-4
October 27, 1994 Validated
Fi, review at IHE: 10/09/89

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Combustible under specific conditions. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN!
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
•INHALATION Dizziness. Headache. Sweating. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. Pupillary constriction, muscle cramp, excessive salivation.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
•SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! (Further see Inhalation).
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES Pupillary constriction. Blurred vision.
Safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION Abdominal cramps. Convulsions. Diarrhoea. Weakness. Muscle twitching. (Further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs . Keep in a well-ventilated room.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant.
T symbol
N symbol
R: 25-50/53
S: 1/2-37-45-60-61
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: III
ICSC: 0191 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including methylisocyanate, nitrogen oxides.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV: 0.5 mg/m3 as TWA; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: (Inhalable fraction) 2 mg/m3;
Peak limitation category: II(8);
(DFG 2004).
OSHA PEL†: none
NIOSH REL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3
NIOSH IDLH: N.D. See: IDLH INDEX


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, 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 on spraying or when dispersed, especially if powdered.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the nervous system, liver, kidneys , resulting in respiratory failure , convulsions and tissue lesions . Cholinesterase inhibitor. Exposure may result in death.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Melting point: 91°C
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 0.2
(poor)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.001
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.52

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to mammals, birds, aquatic organisms, soil organisms and honey bees.

N O T E S

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. If the substance is formulated with solvents also consult the ICSCs of these materials. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Baygon, Blattanex, Bolfo, Invisi-Gard, Isocarb, o-IMPC, Propyon, Rhoden, Sendran, Suncide, Tendex, Tugon Fliegenkugel, Unden, Undene are trade names. Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT7-III
If the substance is present under the form of a formulation containing hydrocarbon solvents, vomiting may not be induced.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 0191 PROPOXUR
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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