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Date of peer-review: October 2000
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TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE | Not
combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be
flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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In case of
fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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EXPLOSION |
EXPOSURE | PREVENT
DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! |
IN ALL
CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
Inhalation | (See
Ingestion). |
Local
exhaust or breathing protection. |
Fresh air,
rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE
ABSORBED! (See Ingestion). |
Protective
gloves. Protective clothing. |
Remove
contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer
for medical attention. |
Eyes | Face shield
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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First rinse
with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily
possible), then take to a doctor. | |
Ingestion | Dizziness.
Weakness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Convulsions. |
Do not eat,
drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. |
Give a
slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Rest. Refer for medical
attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | 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. Do NOT let this chemical enter the
environment. (Extra personal protection: chemical protection suit
including self-contained breathing apparatus). |
Do not
transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant. EU Classification Symbol: T+, N R: 24-28-50/53 S: (1/2-)22-36/37-45-60-61 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: I | |||||||
EMERGENCY RESPONSE | STORAGE | |||||||
Transport
Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G41a NFPA Code: H3; F0; R; 0 |
Provision to
contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and
feedstuffs. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |||||||
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IMPORTANT DATA | |||
PHYSICAL
STATE; APPEARANCE: WHITE CRYSTALS. CHEMICAL DANGERS: The substance decomposes on heating above 245°C, producing hydrogen chloride, phosgene. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: TLV: 0.1 mg/m^3 (skin) (ACGIH 2000). |
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 central nervous system, resulting in convulsions and death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. | ||
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES | |||
Decomposes
below boiling point at 245°C Melting point: 200°C Density: 1.7 g/cm^3 Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: none Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: negligible |
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow:
5.34 | ||
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA | |||
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance
may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to
honey bees, birds and mammals. It is strongly advised not to let the
chemical enter into the environment because it persists in the
environment. In the food chain important to humans, bioaccumulation takes
place, specifically in fish and seafood. Avoid release to the environment
in circumstances different to normal use. | |||
NOTES | |||
If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the
card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial
formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Do NOT take
working clothes home. | |||
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | |||
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© IPCS, CEC 2001 |
See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Endrin (EHC 130, 1992) Endrin (HSG 60, 1991) Endrin (PDS) Endrin (FAO Meeting Report PL/1965/10/1) Endrin (AGP:1970/M/12/1) Endrin (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 4) Endrin (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 5) Endrin (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 5, 1974)