1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE:
Trade name: Cypermethrin
Product Number: C-5557
Manufacturer/Supplier:
LC Laboratories
165 New Boston Street
Woburn, MA 01801 USA
+1-781-937-0777 Fax: +1-781-938-5420
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2. COMPOSITION/DATA ON COMPONENTS:
Chemical Name: (R,S)-α-Cyano-(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl 3-(2,2- dichlorovinyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
Synonyms:
Hazardous Ingredient: Cypermethrin
CAS Registry Number: 52315-07-8
Molecular Weight: 416.30
Molecular Formula: C22H19Cl2NO3
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Hazard Description:
RTECS Substance categories: Mutagen; Reproductive
effector
Exposure may cause irritation to eyes, mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract and skin;
Exposure may also cause the following: effect fertility and/or
unborn and breastfed babies; somnolence; convulsions,
seizures or tremor; salivary gland changes; motor activity
changes muscle contraction; urine volume increase;
immuneresponse decrease; proteinuria; hypoglycemia; blood
clotting factor changes
Information pertaining to particular dangers
for man and environment:
HMIS Ratings: Health =1 Flammability =0
Reactivity =0
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES:
After Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to
fresh air; if breathing is difficult, give oxygen; if
breathing stops, give artificial respiration
After skin contact: flush with copious
amounts of water; remove contaminated clothing and shoes;
call a physician
After eye contact: flush with copious
amounts of water; assure adequate flushing by separating
the eyelids with fingers; call a physician
After swallowing: if swallowed, wash out
mouth with copious amounts of water; call a physician
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
Suitable extinguishing agents: water
spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or foam
Protective equipment: wear
self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual fire hazard: may emit toxic
fumes under fire conditions
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Person-related safety
precautions: cordon off area of spill; wear
self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing
and heavy rubber gloves
Measures for cleaning/collecting: absorb
solutions with finely-powdered liquid-binding material
(diatomite, universal binders); decontaminate surfaces
and equipment by scrubbing with alcohol; dispose of
contaminated material according to Section 13
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Information for safe handling: avoid
contact with skin, eyes and clothing; material may be an
irritant
Storage: store solid and solutions at
-20 ºC
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION:
Personal
protective equipment as follows:
Breathing equipment: NIOSH/MSHA-approved
respirator
Protection of hands: chemical-resistant rubber
gloves
Eye protection: chemical safety goggles
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Form:
Color:
Odor:
Melting point/Melting range:
Danger of explosion: none
Solubility in / Miscibility with water:
not soluble
Solvent content: none
Organic solvents: soluble in methanol or
acetone
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
Stability:
avoid acids and bases
Thermal decomposition / conditions to be
avoided: protect from light and heat
Dangerous products of decomposition:
thermal decomposition may produce toxic gases such as
carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
RTECS #: GZ1250000
Acute toxicity: none known
Primary irritant effect:
On the skin: none known
On the eye: not known; may be an
irritant
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
General notes: no data available
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION:
Dispose of in accordance with prevailing country,
federal, state and local regulations
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
DOT:
Proper shipping name: none
Non-Hazardous for transport: this
substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport
IATA class:
Proper shipping name: none
Non-Hazardous for transport: this
substance is considered to be non-hazardous for transport
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15. REGULATIONS:
Code letter and hazard designation of product:
Hazard-determining components of labeling:
EU Risk And Safety phrases:
S22: Do not breathe dust
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
of water and seek medical advice
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and
eye/face protection
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical
advice immediately (show the label where possible)
R23/24/25: Toxic by inhilation, in contact with skin and if swallowed
R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin
R62: Possible risk of impaired fertility
R63: Possible risk of harm to the unborn child
R68: Possible risk of irreversible effects
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16. OTHER INFORMATION:
The above information is believed to be correct based on
our present knowledge but does not purport to be
complete. For research use only by trained personnel. The
burden of safe use of this material rests entirely with
the user. LC Laboratories disclaims all liability
for any damage resulting from use of this material. |
