Product Identification

Product Name

Glyphosine

Synonyms

2-(Bis(phosphonomethyl)amino)acetic acid
N-(Carboxymethyl)iminodi(methylphosphinic acid)
N,N-Bis(phosphonomethyl)glycine
N,N-Di(phosphonomethyl)glycine
Nitrilomonomethylcarbonyldimethylphosphonic acid

CAS

2439-99-8

Formula

C4H11NO8P2

Molecular Weight

263.08

EINECS

219-468-4

RTECS

MB9120000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide

Merck

12,4523

Beilstein/Gmelin

1884944

Beilstein Reference

6-04

EC Index Number

015-125-00-6

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

203

Vapor Pressure

1E-19 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

0.61 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

107.1 kJ/mol

Usage

Chemical ripener.

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 is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

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

Eyes

Causes severe eye irritation.

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

41

EC Safety Phrase

26

UN (DOT)

3261

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Exposure Effects

Irritant. Risk of serious damage to eyes.

Fire Fighting Measures

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.

Fire Potential

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

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

Incompatibilities

Slightly corrosive to metals., Strong oxidizing agents

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Phosphorous oxides.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

3261

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

III