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SODIUM FLUOROACETATE

ICSC: 0484

Sodium fluoroacetic acid
Fluoroacetic acid, sodium salt
C2H2FO2•Na / CH2FCOONa
Molecular mass: 100.02
ICSC # 0484 		CAS # 62-74-8
RTECS # AH9100000
UN # 2629
EC # 607-169-00-5
October 04, 1997 Validated

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!

•INHALATION Convulsions. Laboured breathing. Unconsciousness.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
•SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! (See Inhalation).
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES
Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION (See Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. (Extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed.
Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Note: A
T+ symbol
N symbol
R: 26/27/28-50
S: 1/2-13-22-36/37-45-61
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: I
ICSC: 0484 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.

SODIUM FLUOROACETATE

ICSC: 0484

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including hydrogen fluoride.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV (as TWA): 0.05 mg/m3 (skin) (ACGIH 1995-1996).
MAK: 0.05 ppm (Inhalable fraction).
Peak limitation category: II(4);
skin absorption (H);
Pregnancy risk group: C;
(DFG 2006).
OSHA PEL†: TWA 0.05 mg/m3 skin
NIOSH REL: TWA 0.05 mg/m3 ST 0.15 mg/m3 skin
NIOSH IDLH: 2.5 mg/m3 See: 62748


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.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system and central nervous system , resulting in cardiac disorders and respiratory failure. Exposure may result in death.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Decomposes at 200 °C
Solubility in water: good

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA


N O T E S

Compound 1080 is a trade name.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G11a
Card has been partially updated in July 2007: see Occupational Exposure Limits, EU Classification, Physical Properties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 0484 SODIUM FLUOROACETATE
(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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