Fenthion |
Synonyms & Trade Names Baytex; Entex; O,O-Dimethyl O-3-methyl-4-methylthiophenyl phosphorothioate |
CAS No. 55-38-9 |
RTECS No. TF9625000 |
DOT ID & Guide |
FormulaC10H15O3PS |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: See Appendix D
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless to brown liquid with a slight, garlic-like odor. [insecticide] |
MW: 278.3 |
BP: ? |
FRZ: 43°F |
Sol: 0.006% |
VP: 0.0003 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 1.25 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Liquid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Oxidizers |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus), chest tightness; blurred vision, miosis; cardiac irregularities; muscle fasciculation; dyspnea (breathing difficulty) |
Target Organs respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, plasma cholinesterase |
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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
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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: 0655
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