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Brodifacoum

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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 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]

Spontaneous vomiting may occur after ingestion. Gastrointestinal bleeding and retroperitoneal hematoma may develop in patients with coagulopathy.
[Inhalation]

Hemoptysis, hemothorax and diffuse alveolar hemorrhage have been reported in patients with severe coagulopathy.
[Skin]

Ecchymoses and hematomas are common in patients with significant coagulopathy.
[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]

1
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

228-230
[Density]

1.39 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

4.50 (pKa)
[Usage]

Rodenticide.
[Product Name]

Brodifacoum
[Synonyms]

2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 3-[3-(4'-bromo[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-naphthalenyl]-4-hydroxy-
3-[3-[4-(4-Bromophenyl)phenyl]-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-yl]-2-hydroxychromen-4-one
BFC
Brodima
Talon
Volid
[CAS]

"CASEN_56073-10-0.htm">56073-10-0
[Formula]

C31H23BrO3
[Molecular Weight]

523.42999999999995
[EINECS]

259-980-5
[RTECS]

GN4934750
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Human Data; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

12,1400
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

NA
[EC Index Number]

607-172-00-1
[EC Class]

Very toxic; Toxic; Dangerous for the Environment
[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.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.