Product Identification

Product Name

Larvadex

Synonyms

2-Cyclopropylamino-4,6-diamino-S-triazine
Armor
Larvadex
n-Cyclopropyl-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6-triamine
Neporex
Trigard

CAS

66215-27-8

Formula

C6H10N6

Molecular Weight

166.19

EINECS

266-257-8

RTECS

XZ1056500

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide

Merck

12,2845

Beilstein/Gmelin

882879

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Crystals.

Solubility in water

11 g/L (20 C)

Melting Point

219-222

Boiling Point

347

Density

1.35 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

-.04

Usage

Insect growth regulator.

First Aid Measures

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.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in well-ventilated, secure area out of reach of children and animals.

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.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Safety glasses or goggles, rubber gloves, waterproof boots, long-sleeved shirt, long pants and hat.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Exposure Effects

Coma was reported following ingestion of an herbicide containing atrazine, aminotriazole, ethylene glycol, and formaldehyde. Muscle tremors, tetany, and ataxia have been reported in animals following ingestions of triazine herbicides.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide

Accidental Release Measures

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 and Reactivity

Stability

No hydrolysis was observed < or = 70 C for 28 days. Stable < 310 C.