Diammonium propylenebis(dithiocarbamate)

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

General advice
Move out of dangerous area. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and dispose of safely. Place and transport victim in stable position (lying sideways).
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Keep patient warm and at rest. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
Skin contact
Wash off thoroughly with plenty of soap and water, if available with polyethyleneglycol 400, subsequently rinse with water.
Eye contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms
No symptoms known or expected.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treatment
Treat symptomatically. Gastric lavage is not normally required. However, if a significant amount (more than a mouthful) has been ingested, administer activated charcoal and sodium sulphate.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

Water spray, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Foam, Sand

Specific hazards during fire fighting:

In the event of fire the following may be released: Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid), Carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx)

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information:

Contain the spread of the fire-fighting media.

Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions:

Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.

Use personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions

Do not allow to get into surface water, drains and ground water.

Methods for cleaning up

Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly, observing environmental regulations.

Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, acid binder, universal binder, sawdust).

Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Hygiene measures
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep working clothes separately. Wash hands immediately after work, if necessary take a shower. Remove soiled clothing immediately and clean thoroughly before using again. Garments that cannot be cleaned must be destroyed (burnt). Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.

Transport information

Shipping

SpecialProvisions

Shipping

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

Transport not intended, on-site isolated onl

Shipping

Remarks

Shipping

Remarks

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Transport not intended, on-site isolated only

Exposure controls / personal protection

Personal protective equipment:

 

Respiratory protection If product is handled while not enclosed, and if contact may occur:

Wear respirator with an organic vapours and gas filter mask (protection factor 10) conforming to EN140 type A or equivalent.

Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have

been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's

instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.

 

Hand protection:

Wear CE Marked (or equivalent) nitrile rubber gloves (minimum thickness 0,40 mm). Wash when contaminated. Dispose of when

contaminated inside, when perforated or when contamination outside cannot be removed. Wash hands always before eating,

drinking, smoking or using the toilet.

 

Eye protection:

Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of Use 5 or equivalent).

 

Skin and body protection:

Complete suit protecting against chemicals. Wear standard coverall and type 3 suit.

Wear two layers of clothing wherever possible. Polyester/cotton or cotton overalls should be worn under chemical protection suit and

should be professionally laundered frequently.

 

 

Stability and reactivity

Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of hazardous reactions
No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to prescribed instructions.

Conditions to avoid
Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

Incompatible materials
Store only in the original container.

Hazardous decomposition products
No decomposition products expected under normal conditions of use.

Disposal considerations

Waste treatment methods
Product
In accordance with current regulations and, if necessary, after consultation with the site operator and/or with the responsible authority, the product may be taken to a waste disposal site or incineration plant.

Contaminated packaging
Triple rinse containers.
Do not re-use empty containers.
Not completely emptied packagings should be disposed of as hazardous waste.

Waste key for the unused product
02 01 08* agrochemical waste containing hazardous substances