[2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate Property

color 

Crystals from Me2CO

EPA Substance Registry System

Amiton oxalate (3734-97-2)

Safety

RIDADR 

2783

HazardClass 

6.1(a)

PackingGroup 

I

Toxicity

LD50 orl-rat: 3 mg/kg 28ZEAL 4,162,69

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

[2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Chemical Properties

Amiton oxalate is a crystalline solid.

General Description

Crystals. Used as an insecticide.

Reactivity Profile

Organophosphates, such as [2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate , are susceptible to formation of highly toxic and flammable phosphine gas in the presence of strong reducing agents such as hydrides. Partial oxidation by oxidizing agents may result in the release of toxic phosphorus oxides.

Health Hazard

[2-(diethylthiophosphor-S-yl)ethyl]diethylammonium hydrogen oxalate is a cholinesterase inhibitor.

Fire Hazard

(Non-Specific -- Organophosphorus Pesticide, n.o.s.) Container may explode in heat of fire.

Safety Profile

A deadly poison by ingestion andintraperitoneal routes. Human systemic effects mayinclude: headache, giddiness, nervousness, impaired vision,weakness, nausea, cramps, diarrhea, muscular weaknessand loss of control, convulsions and coma. Flammable. To

Potential Exposure

A potential danger to those involved in manufacture and application of this insecticide.

Shipping

UN2783 Organophosphorus pesticides, solid, toxic, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.

Incompatibilities

Contact with strong oxidizers may cause release of toxic phosphorus oxides. Organophosphates, such as amiton oxalate, in the presence of strong reducing agents such as hydrides, may form highly toxic and flammable phosphine gas. Keep away from alkaline materials.

Waste Disposal

In accordance with 40CFR165, follow recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesticide containers. Must be disposed properly by following package label directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA office.