Endosulfan |
Synonyms & Trade Names Benzoepin; Endosulphan; 6,7,8,9,10-Hexachloro-1,5,5a,6,9,9a-hexachloro-6,9-methano-2,4,3-benzo-dioxathiepin-3-oxide; Thiodan® |
CAS No. 115-29-7 |
RTECS No. RB9275000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2761 151 |
FormulaC9H6Cl6O3S |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 mg/m3 [skin]
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
OSHA PV2023
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Brown crystals with a slight, sulfur dioxide odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a tan, waxy, isomer mixture.] |
MW: 406.9 |
BP: Decomposes |
MLT: 223°F |
Sol: 0.00001% |
VP(77°F): 0.00001 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 1.74 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Solid, but may be dissolved in flammable liquids. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Alkalis, acids, water [Note: Corrosive to iron. Hydrolyzes slowly on contact with water or decomposes in presence of alkalis and acids to form sulfur dioxide.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation skin; nausea, confusion, agitation, flushing, dry mouth, tremor, convulsions, headache; in animals: kidney, liver injury; decreased testis weight |
Target Organs Skin, central nervous system, liver, kidneys, reproductive system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0742
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