Chemical Properties
Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in mostorganic solvents.
General Description
Oily colorless to pale yellow liquid with an unpleasant odor. Slightly water soluble.
Air & Water Reactions
Slightly water soluble. Hydrolyzed by alkali .
Reactivity Profile
Organothiophosphates, such as Demeton methyl powder(content>10%), 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.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for Demeton methyl powder(content>10%) are not available. Demeton methyl powder(content>10%) is probably combustible.
Hazard
Cholinesterase inhibito. Use may berestricted, absorbed by skin.
Potential Exposure
An organophosphate insecticide.
Those engaged in the manufacture, formulation and appli-
cation of the insecticide and acaricide on agricultural and
horticultural crops.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
30 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 con-
taminated. 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. Effects may be
delayed; medical observation is recommended.br
Shipping
UN3018 Organophosphorus pesticides, liquid,
toxic, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.
UN2810 Toxic liquids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 6.1;
Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
ncompatible with oxidizers (chlorates,
nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine,
bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or
explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong
bases, strong acids, oxoacids, and epoxides. Strong oxidi-
zers may cause release of toxic phosphorus oxides.
Organophosphates, in the presence of strong reducing
agents such as hydrides, may form highly toxic and
flammable phosphine gas. Keep away from alkaline
materials.
Description
Demeton-methyl is a colorless to pale yellowoily liquid with an unpleasant odor. It is a mixture ofDemeton-S and Demeton-O and may be formulated in aflammable organic solvent that may alter the physical properties shown here. Molecular weight = 230.30. Specific gravity(H2O:1) 5 1.2; Boiling point = decomposes below 100℃.Hazard Identification (based on NFPA-704 M RatingSystem): Health 2, Flammability 2, Reactivity 0. Slightly soluble in water; solubility = 0.03-0.3% at 20℃.
Waste Disposal
Alkaline hydrolysis or
incineration
. In accordance with 40CFR165, follow
recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesti-
cide 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.
storage
Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Storein a secure poison location. See “Demeton” for guidance