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Metobromuron

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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.
[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]

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
[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.
[Ingestion]

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may be noted following ingestion.
[Skin]

Cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy may be noted in patients with methemoglobinemia due to absorption of excessive amounts of these agents.
[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 NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Crystals from cyclohexane.
[Solubility in water]

320 ppm at 20 C
[Melting Point]

95-96
[Vapor Pressure]

3E-6 (25 C)
[Density]

1.60 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.32
[Usage]

Used on beans, soybeans, tomatoes, tobacco, potatoes, flax, and sunflowers.
[Product Name]

Metobromuron
[Synonyms]

3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
3-(p-Bromophenyl)-1-methoxy-1-methylurea
3-(p-Bromophenyl)-1-methyl-1-methoxyurea
Metbromuron
N'-(4-Bromophenyl)-n-methoxy-n-methylurea
[CAS]

"CASEN_3060-89-7.htm">3060-89-7
[Formula]

C9H11BrN2O2
[Molecular Weight]

259.10000000000002
[EINECS]

221-301-5
[RTECS]

YS3325000
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

12,6224
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2103964
[Small spills/leaks]

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Very stable in neutral, weakly acidic and weakly alkaline media; hydrolyzed by strong acids and bases; the formulated product is stable up to 50 C for at least 2 yr.