Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate Catalog
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
CAS# 136-94-7
Manufacturer
RTECS ZH0350000
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
TSCA TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc
Diethyldithiocarbamate
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
CI# Not available.
Synonym Diethyldithiocarbamic acid zinc salt
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Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate
Chemical Name
Chemical Family Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
C10-H22-N2-S4.Zn
Chemical Formula
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Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # % by Weight
1) Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate 136-94-7 100
Toxicological Data Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate:
on Ingredients ORAL (LD50): Acute: 700 mg/kg [Rat]. 1400 mg/kg [Mouse]. 400 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. for human.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to blood, lungs.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin
with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin.
Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated
clothing before reusing.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible
indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.
Flash Points CLOSED CUP: 204.6°C (400.3°F).
Flammable Limits Not available.
Products of Combustion These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Not available.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority
requirements.
Large Spill Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water
on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
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Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust.
Wear suitable protective clothing In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If
ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes
Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Storage Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Keep container tightly
closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Combustible materials should be stored away from extreme heat
and away from strong oxidizing agents.
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used
a Large Spill to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Solid. (Solid powder.) Odor Not available.
Taste Not available.
Not available.
Molecular Weight
Color Off-white.
pH (1% soln/water) Not applicable.
Not available.
Boiling Point
Melting Point 174°C (345.2°F)
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Specific Gravity 1.47 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure Not applicable.
Vapor Density Not available.
Volatility Not available.
Odor Threshold Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Not available.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion Properties Is not dispersed in cold water, hot water.
Solubility Insoluble in cold water, hot water.
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Instability Temperature Not available.
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Incompatibility with various
substances
Corrosivity Not available.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Reactivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Corrosivity
Polymerization No.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 400 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Chronic Effects on Humans TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified None. for human.
The substance is toxic to blood, lungs.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Humans
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Not available.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity Not available.
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Not applicable.
Identification
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Zinc Diethyldithiocarbamate
Federal and State
Regulations
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
CLASS D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL (EEC) R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
R48/22- Harmful: danger of serious
damage to health by prolonged
exposure if swallowed.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
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WHMIS (Canada)
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DSCL (Europe)
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TDG (Canada)
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ADR (Europe)
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Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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