GHS Classification Result (Revision of the past classification result)

Chemical Name:N-Isopropylaminophosphoric acid ethyl(3-methyl-4-methylthiophenyl)ester, (Fenamiphos)
CAS:22224-92-6

Result:
ID: 21B3082
Classifier: Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW), Ministry of the Environment (MOE)
Year Classified: FY2009
Reference Manual: GHS Classification Guidance by the Japanese Government (March, 2009)

PHYSICAL HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
1 Explosives Not applicable - - - - There are no chemical groups associated with explosive properties present in the molecules.
2 Flammable gases (including chemically unstable gases) Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
3 Aerosols Not applicable - - - - Not aerosol products.
4 Oxidizing gases Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
5 Gases under pressure Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
6 Flammable liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
7 Flammable solids Classification not possible - - - - No data available.
8 Self-reactive substances and mixtures Not applicable - - - - There are no chemical groups present in the molecule associated with explosive or self-reactive properties.
9 Pyrophoric liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
10 Pyrophoric solids Classification not possible - - - - No data available.
11 Self-heating substances and mixtures Classification not possible - - - - Test methods applicable to solid (melting point <= 140 degC) substances are not available.
12 Substances and mixtures which, in contact with water, emit flammable gases Not classified - - - - Water solubility is 0.03 g/100 mL (ICSC (1998)), and the substance is stable against water.
13 Oxidizing liquids Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
14 Oxidizing solids Classification not possible - - - - Classification is not possible since no data are available though the substance contains oxygen (but not fluorine or chlorine) which is chemically bonded to atoms (phosphorus) except carbon or hydrogen.
15 Organic peroxides Not applicable - - - - Organic compounds containing no bivalent -O-O- structure
16 Corrosive to metals Classification not possible - - - - No data available.

HEALTH HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
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 ...
LD50 values are 2.4, 6.0, 6.1, 8.1, 9.6, 17.2 and 19.4 mg/kg (JMPR 929 (1997)), one value corresponds to Category 1 and six values correspond to Category 2. The substance was classified into Category 2 since 6 of 7 LD50 values are in this category.
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 ...
LD50 values are 72, 73, 84, 92, 154 and 500 mg/kg for rats (JMPR 929 (1997)), five values correspond to Category 2 and one value corresponds to Category 3 and the substance was classified into Category 2. LD50 values are 179 and 225 mg/kg for rabbits (JMPR 929 (1997)), the values correspond to Category 2 and 3, respectively and the substance was also classified into Category 2 based on the lower value. Since the categories in both species are same, the substance was classified into Category 2.
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Gases) Not applicable - - - - Solid (GHS definition)
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Vapours) Classification not possible - - - - No data available.
1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation: Dusts and mists) Category 2 Danger H330: Fatal if inhaled P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P260: Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P284: Wear respiratory protection.
P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P320: Specific treatment is urgent (see ... on this label).
P405: Store locked up.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
Based on a LC50 (4h) value of 0.091 - 0.100 mg/L for rats (JMPR 929 (1997)), the substance was classified into Category 2. Since there is a report of aerosols, the classification criteria for dust was adopted.
2 Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified - - - - Based on a result of "minimal irritation" and an average PII (primary irritation index of skin: 0.42) following 24-hour application (JMPR 929 (1997)), the substance was classified as "Not classified" in JIS Classification (correspond to Category 3 in GHS classification). As relevant information, results of "not a primary irritant" (JMPR 929 (1997)) and "only slightly irritant" (PATTY (5th, 2001)) are also reported.
3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Warning H319: Causes serious eye irritation P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
P264: Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Moderate irritation was noted in a rabbit skin irritation test with the substance. Maximum average score within 24-hour post application was 31.3 and all symptoms were resolved within 240-hour in this test (JMPR 929 (1997)). Since the data were considered to correspond to 30 - 80 of AOI (acute ocular irritation index), the substance was classified into Category 2A.
4 Respiratory sensitization Classification not possible - - - - No data available.
4 Skin sensitization Not classified - - - - In a guinea pig maximization test, the positive rate was reported to be 22% (less than 30%) (JMPR 929 (1997)). In another guinea pig maximization test, there is a report that fenamiphos did not induce contact dermatitis or delayed-type allergy (PATTY (5th, 2001)). Based on the data, the substance was classified as "Not classified".
5 Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified - - - - Based on a negative result in a mouse dominant lethal test (in vivo heritable germ cell mutagenicity test) (JMPR 300 (1974), PATTY (5th, 2001)), the substance was classified as "Not classified". As relevant information, from in vitro mutagenicity tests, there are reports of a negative Ames test (NTP DB (access on May. 2009)), a negative CHO cell forward mutation test (PATTY (5th, 2001)), a positive human lymphocyte chromosomal aberration test (PATTY (5th, 2001)) and a negative chromosomal aberration test (PATTY (5th, 2001)).
6 Carcinogenicity Not classified - - - - Based on the classification of "A4" in ACGIH (ACGIH (2001)), the substance was classified as "Not classified". There was no evidence of carcinogenicity in a 2-year feeding test in rats and a 20-month feeding test in mice (PATTY (5th, 2001)).
7 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Warning H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.
P405: Store locked up.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
In 2-generation and 3-generation oral reproductive tests in rats, there were no adverse effects on reproduction or fetal development (PATTY (5th, 2001), JMPR 929 (1997)). However, in a developmental toxicity test in rabbits by oral administration during the organogenesis period, an increase in the incidence of skeletal malformation (sternal fusion), fetal death and late resorptions were observed at dose levels in which general toxicity such as decreased maternal body weight gain was observed (ACGIH (2006)). Based on the data, the substance was classified into Category 2.
8 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure Category 1 (nervous system) Danger H370: Causes damage to organs (nervous 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 ...
After oral administration to rats, cholinergic signs such as muscle fasciculations, convulsions, impairment of motor coordination and laboured breathing, were observed with depression of erythrocyte cholinesterase activity at a dose level of 1.5 mg/kg bw (JMPR 929 (1997)). Based on the data, the substance was classified into Category 1 (nervous system).
9 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure Category 1 (nervous system) Danger H372: Cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (nervous system) 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.
P314: Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
In 3-month feeding tests in rats and dogs, cholinergic signs (muscle fasciculations etc.) were observed at 32 ppm (1.6 mg/kg bw) and 18 ppm (0.45 mg/kg/day), respectively. Plasma and erythrocyte cholinesterase activities were statistically significantly reduced in both species (JMPR 929 (1997)). Since these symptoms were caused by overstimulation of the nerve fiber receptor with cholinesterase inhibition that is characteristic of organophosphorus compounds, the substance was classified into Category 1 (nervous system).
10 Aspiration hazard Classification not possible - - - - No data available.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
Hazard class Classification Symbol Signal word Hazard statement Precautionary statement Rationale for the classification
11 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Acute) Category 1 Warning H400: Very toxic to aquatic life P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P391: Collect spillage.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
Classified into Category 1 from its 48h-EC50 = 0.0019 mg/L for Crustacea (Daphnia magna) (Hazard Assessment Report (CERI, NITE), 2008).
11 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (Long-term) Category 1 Warning H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P391: Collect spillage.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to ...
Classified into Category 1 since its acute toxicity is Category 1 and it is estimated not to be rapidly degradable (BIOWIN).
12 Hazardous to the ozone layer Classification not possible - - - - This substance is not listed in Annexes to the Montreal Protocol.


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