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LAMBDA-CYHALOTHRIN ICSC: 0859
April 1997
alpha-Cyano-3-phenoxybenzyl 3-(2-chloro-3,3,3-trifluoropropenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate;
a 1:1 reaction mixture of the (Z)-(1R,3R), (S) ester and (Z)-(1S,3S), (R) ester
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CAS No: 91465-08-6
RTECS No: GZ1227780
UN No: 2588
EC No: 607-252-00-6
    C23H19ClF3NO3
Molecular mass: 449.9

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.   Alcohol-resistant foam, dry sand, powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion if formulations contain flammable/explosive solvents.    
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation Burning sensation. Convulsions. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Local exhaust, or breathing protection. Fresh air, rest.
Skin Redness. Pain. Protective clothing. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes Redness. Pain. Safety spectacles. First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Cough. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles. T+ Symbol
N Symbol
R: 21-25-26-50/53
S: (1/2-)28-36/37/39-38-45-60-61
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: III

Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.


EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT7-III Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Cool. Keep in a well-ventilated room.

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS TO BEIGE SOLID (TECHNICAL GRADE).

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of fine dust and mist and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the peripheral nervous system, resulting in convulsions, ataxia.


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes below boiling point at 275°C
Melting point: 49.2°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.3
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: <0.001
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 7.0
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to mammals and honey bees. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be given to avoid any additional release, e.g. through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES
Liquid formulation can be aspired into the lungs resulting in chemical pneumonitis, showing tremors and convultions.
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.
The recommendations on this Card also apply to cyhalothrin.
Karate, Charge, Commodore, Excalibur, Hallmark, Icon, Matador, PP 321, Saber, and Sentinel are trade names.
Card has been partly updated in October 2004. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.

IPCS
International
Programme on
Chemical Safety
WHO ILO UNEP EC Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety and the European Commission
© IPCS 2004
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