Product Identification

Product Name

Bitertanol

Synonyms

3,3-Dimethyl-1-(4-phenylphenoxy)-1-(1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)butan-2-ol
b-([1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-yloxy)-a-tert-butyl-1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-ethanol
b-[[1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-yloxy]-a-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1H-1,2,4-triazole-1-ethanol
Baycor

CAS

55179-31-2

Formula

C20H23N3O2

Molecular Weight

337.42

EINECS

259-513-5

RTECS

XZ4803050

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide

Merck

12,1342

Beilstein/Gmelin

620948

Beilstein Reference

5-26-01-00134

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

colorless solid

Solubility in water

Insoluble.

Melting Point

98 - 100

Boiling Point

541

Vapor Pressure

1E-12 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

10.37 (pKa)

Heat Of Vaporization

86.2 kJ/mol

Usage

Agricultural 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 breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.

Skin

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

Eyes

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

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

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Wear dust mask.

Poison Class

5

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

281

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.