Glyphosate isopropylamine salt

  • Bronco
  • Glifonox
  • Glyphosate mono(Isopropylamine) salt
  • Isopropylamine salt of n-(phosphono-methyl)glycine
  • n-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine isopropylamine salt
  • n-(Phosphonomethyl)glycine isopropylammonium salt
  
Formula C3H9N.C3H8NO5P
Structure
Description Clear, viscous amber-colored solution. Practically odorless to slight amine-like odor.
Uses Herbicide.

 

Registry Numbers.

CAS 38641-94-0
EINECS 254-056-8
RTECS MC1080000
EPA Pest. No. 103601
38641-94-0 is not listed on the TSCA.

 

Chemical and physical properties.

Formula mass 228.22

 

Hazards and protection.

Storage Store above 10oF to prevent crystallizing. If allowed to crystallize, place in warm room 68oF for several days to redissolve; mix well before reuse.
Handling All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.
Protection Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, chemical protective gloves. Goggles during mixing/pouring operations in which eye contact is likely to occur.
Respirators Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.
Small spills or leaks Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.
Stability Stable up to 5 years under normal conditions.

 

Fire related information.

Fire fighting Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or any class b agent.

 

Health related information.

Exposure effects

 
  Mental status changes may be seen late in the course of glyphosate poisoning.
Ingestion Common signs - nausea and vomiting; erythema of mucous membranes; epigastric pain.
Inhalation Life-threatening effects include pulmonary edema and aspiration pneumonitis. Irritation occurs.
Skin Commercial glyphosate formulations have caused erythema, piloerection, and contact dermatitis.
First aid 
Ingestion Rinse the mouth and dilute with milk or water. For smaller ingestions, oral irrigation and dilution may be all that is necessary. Emesis is not recommended, although spontaneous vomiting may occur. Administer activated charcoal and cathartic.
Inhalation If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.
Skin Remove clothing and wash skin, including hair.
Eyes Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.