Chemical Name:S-2-(Ethylthio)ethyl O,O-dimethyl phosphorodithioate; Thiometon
CAS:640-15-3
ID: | 276 |
Classifier: | Inter-ministerial Committee on GHS |
Year Classified: | FY2006 |
Reference Manual: | GHS Classification Manual (10 Feb, 2006) |
Hazard class | Classification | Symbol | Signal word | Hazard statement | Precautionary statement | Rationale for the classification | |
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1 | Explosives | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Containing no chemical groups with explosive properties |
2 | Flammable gases (including chemically unstable gases) | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
3 | Aerosols | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Not aerosol products |
4 | Oxidizing gases | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
5 | Gases under pressure | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
6 | Flammable liquids | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
7 | Flammable solids | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
8 | Self-reactive substances and mixtures | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Containing no chemical groups with explosive or self-reactive properties |
9 | Pyrophoric liquids | Not classified | - | - | - | - | Classified into Division 6.1 (UN#3018 (Organophosphorous Pesticide, liquid, toxic) (ICSC, 1999)) (UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods). |
10 | Pyrophoric solids | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
11 | Self-heating substances and mixtures | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | Test methods applicable to liquid substances are not available |
12 | Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases | Not classified | - | - | - | - | Stable to water (water solubility: 0.02g/100mL (25degC), ICSC (1999)) |
13 | Oxidizing liquids | Not classified | - | - | - | - | No data available, though being organic compounds containing oxygen bound to elements other than carbon and hydrogen. Classified into Division 6.1 (UN#3018 (Organophosphorous Pesticide, liquid, toxic) (ICSC, 1999)) (UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods). |
14 | Oxidizing solids | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Classified as "liquid" according to GHS definition |
15 | Organic peroxides | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Organic compounds containing no "-O-O-" structure |
16 | Corrosive to metals | Not classified | - | - | - | - | Classified into Division 6.1 (UN#3018 (Organophosphorous Pesticide, liquid, toxic) (ICSC, 1999)) (UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods). |
Hazard class | Classification | Symbol | Signal word | Hazard statement | Precautionary statement | Rationale for the classification | |
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1 | Acute toxicity (Oral) | Category 2 | Danger | H300: Fatal if swallowed |
P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label). P330: Rinse mouth. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Based on the LD50 value of 50mg/kg, calculated from the testing data of rat LD50 (oral route) of 40mg/kg (RTECS (2006)), 120mg/kg and 130mg/kg (HSDB (2003)). | |
1 | Acute toxicity (Dermal) | Category 2 | Danger | H310: Fatal in contact with skin |
P302+P350: IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P322: Specific treatment (see ... on this label). P361: Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Based on the rat LD50 (dermal route) value of 179mg/kg (RTECS (2006)). | |
1 | Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Gases) | Not applicable | - | - | - | - | Due to the fact that the substance is "liquid" according to the GHS definition and inhalation of its gas is not expected. |
1 | Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Vapours) | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
1 | Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Dusts and mists) | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
2 | Skin corrosion/irritation | Category 3 | - | Warning | H316: Causes mild skin irritation | P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. | Based on the description in the report on rabbit skin irritation tests (RTECS (2006)): "Mild." |
3 | Serious eye damage/eye irritation | Category 1 | Danger | H318: Causes serious eye damage |
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. |
Based on the description in the report on rabbit eye irritation tests (RTECS (2006)): "Severe." The substance is classified as Category 1 from the viewpoint of safety. | |
4 | Respiratory sensitization | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
4 | Skin sensitization | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
5 | Germ cell mutagenicity | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
6 | Carcinogenicity | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
7 | Reproductive toxicity | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
8 | Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure | Category 1 (central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system) | Danger | H370: Causes damage to organs (central nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system) |
P307+P311: IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P321: Specific treatment (see ... on this label). P405: Store locked up. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Based on the evidence from animal studies including "tremor, spasm, reddish tear, dyspnea," "reduced cholinesterase activity in the brain, heart and adrenal accompanied by sinus bradycardia" (IPCS (1969) EVALUATIONS OF SOME PESTICIDE RESIDUES IN FOOD). The effects on experimental animals were observed at dosing levels within the guidance value ranges for Category 1. | |
9 | Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure | Category 2 (kidney) | Warning | H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (kidney) |
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Based on the evidence from animal studies: "red blood cell, white blood cell and amorphous urate crystals were found in the urine" (IPCS PESTICIDE RESIDUES IN FOOD (1979)). The effects on experimental animals were observed at dosing levels within the guidance value ranges for Category 2. | |
10 | Aspiration hazard | Classification not possible | - | - | - | - | No data available |
Hazard class | Classification | Symbol | Signal word | Hazard statement | Precautionary statement | Rationale for the classification | |
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11 | Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute) | Category 2 | - | - | H401: Toxic to aquatic life |
P273: Avoid release to the environment. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
It was classified into Category 2 from 96 hours LC50=8mg/L of the fish (Rainbow Trout) (PDS, 1988). |
11 | Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term) | Category 2 | - | H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
P273: Avoid release to the environment. P391: Collect spillage. P501: Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Although acute toxicity was Category 2 and the bio-accumulation potential was low (log Kow=3.15(PHYSPROP Database, 2005)), since there was no rapidly degrading (BIOWIN), it was classified into Category 2. |
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