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Health Effects
Acute Health Effects:
From MSDS
HEALTH HAZARDS
Health Hazards: Keep out of reach of children.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Repeated exposure to Etofenprox can cause skin irritation.
Primary Route of Entry: Dermal. Oral.
Chronic Health Effects:
From MSDS
No information provided.
Carcinogenicity:
From MSDS
Etofenprox is not a human carcinogen (EPA Category C). It is not listed as a carcinogen by NTP or IARC and is not regulated by OSHA.
First Aid:
From MSDS
Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air. Call a poison control center or physician for further treatment advice.
Eyes: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes.
Skin: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water For 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or physician for treatment advice.
Ingestion: Call a poison control center or physician immediately for guidance. Have the person sip a glass of water, if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless instructed to by a poison control center or physician. Never give anything by mouth an unconscious person.
Note to Physician: Treat Symptomatically.
0 = Minimal; 1 = Slight; 2 = Moderate; 3 = Serious; 4 = Severe; N = No information provided by manufacturer; * = Chronic Health Hazard
MSDS Verified Date:
2007-12-12
MSDS Date:
2006-06-08
Handling/Disposal
Handling:
From MSDS
Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash hands after handling. Keep out of reach of children. Do not store near food or feed stuff.
Disposal:
From MSDS
Do not reuse empty tube. If household waste, wrap empty tube and discard in trash. For larger amounts, consult state and local regulations for proper disposal.