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Permethrin

WARNING Semi-solid melting to a liquid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Permethrin
Product Code
45614
Chemical Name
permethrin (ISO), m-phenoxybenzyl 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Overview

Permethrin (CAS: 52645-53-1 ) is a form: semi-solid melting to a liquid substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, manufacture of substances.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

warning (Warning)

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Category 4 H302
Acute Tox. Category 4 H332
Skin Sens. Category 1 H317
Aquatic Acute Category 1 H400
Aquatic Chronic Category 1 H410

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS07 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Health hazard warning - Materials harmful to health including irritants and sensitizers

GHS07

GHS09 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Environmental hazard - Materials toxic to aquatic life and environment

GHS09

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled
  • H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

  • P261: Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves.
  • P301+P312: IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
  • P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
  • P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
  • P312: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
  • P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
  • P330: Rinse mouth.
  • P333+P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P391: Collect spillage.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Sigma-Aldrich

manufacturer

📍

3050 Spruce Street, SAINT LOUIS MO 63103, USA

🌍

US

📞

+1 800-325-5832

📠

+1 800-325-5052

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

CHEMTREC

📞

+1-703-527-3887

🌍

US

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
permethrin (ISO), m-phenoxybenzyl 3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)-2,2- dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
EC: 258-067-9
52645-53-1 90-100% ⚠️ Hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

🖐️ Skin Contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

👁️ Eye Contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required

no data available

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

👁️ Appearance
Form: Semi-solid melting to a liquid
🧪 Physical State
Semi-solid melting to a liquid
Critical Property
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
🎨 Colour
Not available
📊 Decomposition Temperature
no data available
📊 Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 6.5
📊 Properties Status
Not available
👃 Odor
no data available
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
💨 Boiling Point
> 290 °℃ (> 554 °F) at 1,013 hPa (760 mmHg)
Critical Property
🔥 Flash Point
no data available
Critical Property
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
no data available
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Odor Threshold
no data available
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
📊 Physical State Data
solid
💨 Vapor Pressure
no data available
📊 Vapor Density
no data available
📊 Form
Semi-solid melting to a liquid
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Freezing Point
34 °℃ (93 ºF)
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
no data available
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
no data available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
🧊 Melting Point
34 °℃ (93 ºF)
Critical Property
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
no data available
💧 Solubility
Not available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
no data available
⚖️ Density
Not available
📊 Relative Density
1.190 - 1.270 g/cm3 at 20 ℃ (68 ºF)
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Solubility In Water
no data available
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
no data available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
🧪 Ph
no data available
🔥 Flammability
no data available
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

🧤 Hand Protection

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail [email protected], test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

👁️ Eye Protection

Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

😷 Respiratory Protection

For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

🌍 Environmental Exposure Controls

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

🏷️ UN Number

3077

📦 Proper Shipping Name

ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Permethrin)

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

9

📋 Packing Group

III

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for Permethrin?

The signal word for this substance is "warning".

What is the physical form of Permethrin?

Permethrin is a semi-solid melting to a liquid appearing as form: semi-solid melting to a liquid . It has no data available odor.

What is Permethrin used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Permethrin?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H302: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Permethrin?

The melting point is 34 °℃ (93 ºF) and the boiling point is > 290 °℃ (> 554 °F) at 1,013 hPa (760 mmHg).