International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM FLUOROACETATE

ICSC: 0484

Sodium fluoroacetic acid
Fluoroacetic acid, sodium salt
C₂H₂FO₂•Na / CH₂FCOONa
Molecular mass: 100.02

ICSC #    0484
CAS #     62-74-8
RTECS # AH9100000
UN #        2629
EC #         607-082-00-2
April 10, 1997 Peer reviewed

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! AVOID ALL CONTACT!
•INHALATION	Convulsions. Laboured breathing. Unconsciousness.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
•SKIN	MAY BE ABSORBED! (See Inhalation).	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES		Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION	(See Inhalation).	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. (Extra personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).

Separated from food and feedstuffs. Well closed.

Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Note: A
T+ symbol
R: 28
S: 1/2-20-22-26-45
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: I

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ICSC: 0484

Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

International Chemical Safety Cards

SODIUM FLUOROACETATE

ICSC: 0484

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including hydrogen fluoride.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV (as TWA): 0.05 mg/m³ (skin) (ACGIH 1995-1996).
OSHA PEL: TWA 0.05 mg/m³ skin
NIOSH REL: TWA 0.05 mg/m³ ST 0.15 mg/m³ skin
NIOSH IDLH: 2.5 mg/m³

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system and central nervous system , resulting in cardiac disorders and respiratory failure. Exposure may result in death.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Decomposes below melting point at 200°C

Solubility in water: good

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

N O T E S

Compound 1080 is a trade name.

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G11a

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ICSC: 0484	SODIUM FLUOROACETATE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994

IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:

Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.