Disulfoton
Synonyms & Trade Names
O,O-Diethyl S-2-(ethylthio)-ethyl phosphorodithioate, Di-Syston®, ThiodemetonPhysical Description
Oily, colorless to yellow liquid with a characteristic, sulfur odor. [insecticide] [Note: Technical product is a brown liquid.]Molecular Weight
274.4Boiling Point
?Freezing Point
>-13°FSolubility
(73°F): 0.003%Vapor Pressure
0.0002 mmHgIonization Potential
?Specific Gravity
1.14Flash Point
>180°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
?
Combustible Liquid, but will not ignite easily.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
AlkalisExposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin; nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, diarrhea, salivation; headache, dizziness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); rhinorrhea (discharge of thin nasal mucus), chest tightness; blurred vision, miosis; cardiac irreg; muscle fasciculation; dyspnea (breathing difficulty); eye, skin burnsTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, cardiovascular system, blood cholinesterasePersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
Provide:Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap flush immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division