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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[Fire Potential]

Nonflammable
[Ingestion]

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.
[Inhalation]

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
[Skin]

Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician should examine the area if irritation or pain persists.
[Eyes]

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.
[Storage]

Estimated shelf life in excess of 2 yr under normal storage conditions store in a cool, dry place. Do not contaminate water or feed by storage or disposal.
[Handling]

Untrained persons should not handle this chemical or its containers. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapors.. For laboratory use only.
[Inhalation]

Symptoms: In animals: central nervous system depressant/depression; thyroid, liver enzyme changes Target Organs: central nervous system, thyroid, liver.
[Skin]

See inhalation.
[Eyes]

See inhalation.
[Ingestion]

See inhalation.
[Personal Protection]

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
[Respirators]

Use appropriate OSHA/MSHA approved respirator.
[Exposure Effects]

Coma was reported following ingestion of an herbicide containing atrazine, aminotriazole, ethylene glycol, and formaldehyde. Muscle tremors, tetany, and ataxia have been reported in animals following ingestions of triazine herbicides.
[Exposure limit(s)]

TLV: ppm; 5 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1997). OSHA PEL: none NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Colorless crystalline solid.
[Solubility in water]

1.2 g/L
[Melting Point]

126
[Boiling Point]

132 (0.1 torr)
[Vapor Pressure]

.0000004
[Density]

1.24 g/cm3
[pKa/pKb]

1.0 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.7
[Usage]

Herbicide.
[Product Name]

4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one
[Synonyms]

4-Amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one
4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-methylthio-as-triazin-5-one
Lexone
Sencor
[CAS]

"CASEN_21087-64-9.htm">21087-64-9
[Formula]

C8H14N4OS
[Molecular Weight]

214.29
[EINECS]

244-209-7
[RTECS]

XZ2990000
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector
[Merck]

12,6239
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

746650
[Beilstein Reference]

5-26-06-00432
[EC Index Number]

606-034-00-8
[EC Class]

Harmful; Dangerous for the Environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Evacuate area. Wear OSHA regulated equipment. Ventilate area. Sweep up and place in a n approved container. Hold for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces to remove any residue.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides.