Mevinphos

  • Phosdrin
  • 2-Carbomethoxy-1-methylvinyl dimethyl phosphate
  • Methyl 3-(dimethoxyphosphinoyloxy)but-2-enoate
Formula C7H13O6P
Structure
Description Pale-yellow to orange liquid with a weak odor.
Uses Controls aphids, mites, grasshoppers, cutworms, leafhoppers, caterpillars, & many other insects on broad range of field, forage, vegetable & fruit crops. Dissipates quickly, application before harvest interval 1-10 days, depending on crop & dosage.

Registry Numbers and Inventories.
CAS 7786-34-7
EC (EINECS/ELINCS) 232-095-1
EC Index Number 015-020-00-5
EC Class Very toxic
RTECS GQ5250000
RTECS class Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Mutagen; Human Data
UN (DOT) 2783
Merck 12,6252
Beilstein/Gmelin 1793349
EPA OPP 15801
Swiss Giftliste 1 G-2078
Austrailia AICS Listed

Properties.
Formula C7H13O6P
Formula mass 224.15
Melting point, °C 6.7
Boiling point, °C 243
Vapor pressure, mmHg 0.03 (25 C)
Vapor density (air=1) 7.5
Density 1.25 g/cm3 (20 C)
Solubility in water Miscible
Refractive index 1.4494 (20 C)
Partition coefficient, pKow 0.13
Heat of vaporization 48.0 kJ/mol

Hazards and Protection.
Storage Keep in well ventilated area.
Handling All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
Protection Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Small spills/leaks Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers. Build dikes to contain flow as necessary. Attempt to stop leak if without undue personnel hazard. Use water spray to knock-down vapors. Land spill: Dig a pit, pond, lagoon, holding area to contain liquid or solid material. Dike surface flow using soil, sand bags, foamed polyurethane, or foamed concrete. Absorb bulk liquid with fly ash or cement powder. Water spill: If dissolved, in region of 10 ppm or greater concentration, apply activated carbon at ten times the spilled amount. Use mechanical dredges or lifts to remove immobilized masses of pollutants and precipitates.
Stability Stable.
Incompatibilities It is

Fire.
Flash Point,°C 79.5
Fire fighting Do not extinguish fire unless flow can be stopped. Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Solid streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources.
Fire potential May burn but does not ignite readily.
Hazards Runoff from fire control may give off poisonous gases and also cause pollution. When heated to decomposition, it emits toxic fumes of phosphorus oxides. Avoid strong oxidizers. Avoid temperatures above 77-86F, sources of heat, fire, free flames or spark-generating equipment.
Combustion products Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Health.
Exposure limit(s) OSHA PEL: TWA 0.1 mg/m3 skin NIOSH REL: TWA 0.01 ppm (0.1 mg/m3) ST 0.03 ppm (0.3 mg/m3) skin NIOSH IDLH: 4 ppm
Poison_Class 1
Exposure effects Fever, low heart rate and abnormally low blood pressure, or rapid heart rate and elevated blood pressure may occur. Headache, dizziness, muscle spasms and profound weakness are common. Alterations of level of consciousness, anxiety, paralysis, seizures and coma may occur. Seizures may be more common in children.
   Ingestion Vomiting, hypersalivation, diarrhea, fecal incontinence and abdominal pain may occur.
   Inhalation Dyspnea, rales, bronchorrhea, bronchospasm, or tachypnea may be noted. Noncardiogenic pulmonary edema may occur in severe cases. Chemical pneumonitis may be seen.
   Skin Sweating is a consistent but not universal sign.
   Eyes Constriction of the pupil, tearing, and blurred vision are common. Prolonged dialation of the pupils may occur in severe poisonings. Opsoclonus has been reported in one case. Salivation commonly occurs.

First aid
 
   Ingestion CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITORS ARE EXTREMELY TOXIC AND FAST-ACTING POISONS. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital of poison control center and transport the victim to a hospital. Atropine is an antidote for cholinesterase inhibitors but should only be administered by properly trained personnel. In the absence of this option and if the victim is conscious and not convulsing, it may be worth considering the risk of inducing vomiting, even though the induction of vomiting is not usually recommended outside of a physician's care. Ipecac syrup or salt water may be used to induce vomiting in such an emergency. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, assure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital.
   Inhalation IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.
   Skin IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.
   Eyes First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

Transport.
UN number 2783
Response guide 152
Hazard class 6.1
Packing Group I; II; III  
USCG CHRIS Code PHD  
Std. Transport # 4921539