Product Identification

Product Name

(+/-)-2-Chloro-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(tetrahydro-2-oxo-3-furanyl)-acetamide

Synonyms

3-(N-Chloracetyl-N-2,6-dimethylphenylamino)-g-butyrolactone
Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-N-(tetrahydro-2-oxo-3-furanyl)-
Milfuram

CAS

58810-48-3

Formula

C14H16ClNO3

Molecular Weight

281.76

EINECS

261-451-9

RTECS

AE1300200

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Reproductive Effector

Beilstein/Gmelin

1653655

Beilstein Reference

5-18-11-00316

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Slightly.

Melting Point

145 - 146

Boiling Point

483

Vapor Pressure

1.8E-9 (25 C)

Density

1.366 g/cm3 (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

74.8 kJ/mol

Usage

Fungicide.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

36

EC Safety Phrase

36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Irritant. Irritating to eyes.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

246

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Hydrogen chloride gas, Nitrogen oxides.