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Propoxur |
CAS 114-26-1 | ||
CH3NHCOOC6H4OCH(CH3)2 |
RTECS FC3150000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names Aprocarb®; o-Isopropoxyphenyl-N-methylcarbamate; N-Methyl-2-isopropoxyphenyl-carbamate |
DOT ID & Guide |
Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 | ||
OSHA PEL†: none | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion |
Physical Description White to tan, crystalline powder with a faint, characteristic odor. [insecticide] |
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MW: 209.3 |
BP: Decomposes |
MLT: 187-197°F |
Sol: 0.2% |
VP: 0.000007 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: ? |
Fl.P: >300°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL: ? |
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F. | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, alkalis [Note: Emits highly toxic methyl isocyanate fumes when heated to decomposition.] |
Measurement Methods NIOSH 5601; OSHA PV2007 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: Daily Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Miosis, blurred vision; sweating, salivation; abdominal cramps, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting; headache, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), muscle twitching | |
Target Organs
central nervous system, liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, blood cholinesterase |
See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0191 |