Product Identification

Product Name

N-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine 2-propylamine (1:1)

Synonyms

IMO Pollution Category
Bronco
Glifonox
Glyphosate mono(Isopropylamine) salt
Isopropylamine salt of n-(phosphono-methyl)glycine
n-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine isopropylamine salt
n-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine isopropylammonium salt

CAS

38641-94-0

Formula

C6H17N2O5P

Molecular Weight

228.22

EINECS

254-056-8

RTECS

MC1080000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

5650683

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear, viscous amber-colored solution. Practically odorless to slight amine-like odor.

Solubility in water

very soluble

Melting Point

200

Density

1.17 g/cm3

Usage

Herbicide.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Rinse the mouth and dilute with milk or water. For smaller ingestions, oral irrigation and dilution may be all that is necessary. Emesis is not recommended, although spontaneous vomiting may occur. Administer activated charcoal and cathartic.

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 clothing and wash skin, including hair.

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 above 10F to prevent crystallizing. If allowed to crystallize, place in warm room 68F for several days to redissolve; mix well before reuse.

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.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Life-threatening effects include pulmonary edema and aspiration pneumonitis. Irritation occurs.

Skin

Commercial glyphosate formulations have caused erythema, piloerection, and contact dermatitis.

Ingestion

Common signs - nausea and vomiting; erythema of mucous membranes; epigastric pain.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, chemical protective gloves. Goggles during mixing/pouring operations in which eye contact is likely to occur.

Respirators

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

Exposure Effects

Mental status changes may be seen late in the course of glyphosate poisoning.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or any class b agent.

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

Stable up to 5 years under normal conditions.