| Document ID (ISN) | 67508 |
| CIS number |
96-1819 |
| ISBN(s) |
92-4-151050-1 |
| Year |
1990 |
| Convention or series no. |
HSG 50
|
| Author(s) |
International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS) |
| Title |
Captan - Health and safety guide |
| Bibliographic information |
World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1990. 20p. Illus. Price: CHF 5.00 (CHF 3.50 in developing countries). |
| Abstract |
This document provides a hazard evaluation of captan based on critical national reviews along with practical guidance on exposure limitation. Contents: identity and uses of captan; health hazards (allergic dermatitis and eye irritation, carcinogenic potential in animals); guidance on hazard prevention and protection, first aid, explosion and fire hazards, storage and transport, spillage and disposal; current regulations and standards. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
captan; health hazards; health engineering; IPCS |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
disposal of harmful waste; carcinogens; ILO; UNEP; WHO; legislation; permissible levels; first aid; containment of spills; fire protection; storage |
| Document type |
F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards |
| Country / State or Province | WHO |
| Subject(s) |
Toxic and dangerous substances
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Amides
|
