Arsenic (organic compounds, as As) |
Synonyms & Trade Names Synonyms vary depending upon the specific organic arsenic compound. |
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IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: none
OSHA PEL: TWA 0.5 mg/m3 |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5022
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Appearance and odor vary depending upon the specific organic arsenic compound. |
| Properties vary depending upon the specific organic arsenic compound. |
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Varies |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms In animals: irritation skin, possible dermatitis; resp distress; diarrhea; kidney damage; muscle tremor, convulsions; possible gastrointestinal tract, reproductive effects; possible liver damage |
Target Organs Skin, respiratory system, kidneys, central nervous system, liver, gastrointestinal tract, reproductive system |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Recommendations regarding personal protective clothing vary depending upon the specific compound.
Recommendations regarding eye protection vary depending upon the specific compound.
Recommendations regarding washing the skin vary depending upon the specific compound.
Recommendations regarding the removal of personal protective clothing that becomes wet or contaminated vary depending upon the specific compound.
Recommendations regarding the daily changing of personal protective clothing vary depending upon the specific compound.
Recommendations regarding the need for eyewash or quick drench facilities vary depending upon the specific compound. |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION
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