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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. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Launder clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.
[Storage]

Keep container closed. Do not store near food/feed.
[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]

See inhalation.
[Inhalation]

Acute effects - slow heart beat, low blood pressure, sedation, low body temperature. May cause effects on the central nervous system.<BR>Chronic effects - May have effects on the central nervous system and liver.
[Skin]

Transient skin flushing (see inhalation). May be absorbed through skin.
[Eyes]

Conjunctival irritation. Can cause corrosive damage.
[Personal Protection]

Safety goggles. Protective gloves and clothing.
[Respirators]

NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator.
[Poison Class]

2
[Appearance]

White monoclinic crystals. Commercial product is a pale, amber brown liquid with an aromatic smell of xylene.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

86-87
[Vapor Pressure]

<1
[Density]

1.128 g/cm3 (25 C)
[Usage]

Acaricide, insecticide.
[Product Name]

1,5-Di(2,4-dimethylphenyl)-3-methyl-1,3,5-triazapenta-1,4-diene
[Synonyms]

N,N'-(Methyliminodimethyl(idyne))bis-2,4-xylidine
N-Methylbis(2,4-xylyliminomethyl)amine
[CAS]

"CASEN_33089-61-1.htm">33089-61-1
[Formula]

C19H23N3
[Molecular Weight]

293.41000000000003
[EINECS]

251-375-4
[RTECS]

ZF0480000
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Reproductive Effector; Human Data
[Merck]

12,510
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2946590
[EC Index Number]

612-086-00-2
[EC Class]

Harmful
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb with apropriate intert material. Scoop up and place in an appropriate container for later disposal. Use the proper protective equipment during clean up.
[Stability]

Stable.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Oxides of carbon and nitrogen.