Carbofuran |
Synonyms & Trade Names 2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-7-benzofuranyl methylcarbamate; Furacarb®; Furadan® |
CAS No. 1563-66-2 |
RTECS No. FB9450000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2757 151 |
FormulaC12H15NO3 |
Conversion |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 mg/m3
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5601
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Odorless, white or grayish, crystalline solid. [insecticide] [Note: May be dissolved in a liquid carrier.] |
MW: 221.3 |
BP: ? |
MLT: 304°F |
Sol(77°F): 0.07% |
VP(77°F): 0.000003 mmHg |
IP: NA |
Sp.Gr: 1.18 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Solid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Alkaline substances, acid, strong oxidizers (e.g., perchlorates, peroxides, chlorates, nitrates, permanganates) |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms Miosis, blurred vision; sweating, salivation, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, headache, nausea, vomiting; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), muscle twitching, incoordination, convulsions |
Target Organs central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, blood 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
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Fresh air
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0122
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