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[Chemical Properties]
Amiton oxalate is a crystalline solid. |
[General Description]
Crystals. Used as an insecticide. |
[Reactivity Profile]
Organophosphates, such as [2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate , are susceptible to formation of highly toxic and flammable phosphine gas in the presence of strong reducing agents such as hydrides. Partial oxidation by oxidizing agents may result in the release of toxic phosphorus oxides. |
[Health Hazard]
[2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate is a cholinesterase inhibitor. |
[Fire Hazard]
(Non-Specific -- Organophosphorus Pesticide, n.o.s.) Container may explode in heat of fire. |
[Potential Exposure]
A potential danger to those involved
in manufacture and application of this insecticide. |
[First aid]
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the
skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately
with soap and water. Speed in removing material from skin
is of extreme importance. Shampoo hair promptly if contaminated.
Seek medical attention immediately. If this
chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin
rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including
resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if
heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical
facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical
attention. Give large quantities of water and induce
vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit. |
[Shipping]
UN2783 Organophosphorus pesticides, solid,
toxic, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials. |
[Incompatibilities]
Contact with strong oxidizers may cause
release of toxic phosphorus oxides. Organophosphates,
such as amiton oxalate, in the presence of strong reducing
agents such as hydrides, may form highly toxic and flammable
phosphine gas. Keep away from alkaline materials. |
[Waste Disposal]
In accordance with
40CFR165, follow recommendations for the disposal of
pesticides and pesticide containers. Must be disposed properly
by following package label directions or by contacting
your local or federal environmental control agency, or by
contacting your regional EPA office. |