Vapam Soil Fumigant

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Sensitization, skin Category 1

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Long term hazards

Label elements, including precautionary statements

Hazard pictograms

Corrosion Exclamation Environment mark

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Keep only in original container. Avoid breathing mist or vapour. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

If swallowed: Call a poison centre/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store in original container. Protect from extreme temperatures.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

None known.

Additional information

Metham (or Metam) is a methyl isothiocyanate (MITC) precursor.