Substance profile
Aldicarb
Aldicarb is crystals from isopropyl ether with a slightly sulfurous odor.
01 · Identification
What Aldicarb is
Aldicarb is crystals from isopropyl ether with a slightly sulfurous odor. Its molecular formula is C7H14N2O2S and its molecular weight is 190.27 g/mol. It melts at 100 °C.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Danger.
02 · Identifiers
Aldicarb identifiers and molecular data
Aldicarb CAS number and EC number
Aldicarb molecular formula and molecular weight
Other names for Aldicarb
- aldicarb (ISO)
- 2-methyl-2-(methylthio)propanal-O-(N-methylcarbamoyl)oxime
03 · GHS classification
Aldicarb hazard classification
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
Aldicarb pictograms and signal word
Aldicarb hazard class and category
| Hazard class | Category | From code | Pictogram |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acute toxicity - oral GHS chapter 3.1 | Category 1 or 2 | H300 | GHS06 |
| Acute toxicity - dermal GHS chapter 3.1 | Category 3 | H311 | GHS06 |
| Acute toxicity - inhalation GHS chapter 3.1 | Category 1 or 2 | H330 | GHS06 |
| Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute GHS chapter 4.1 | Category 1 | H400 | GHS09 |
| Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic GHS chapter 4.1 | Category 1 | H410 | GHS09 |
Where two values are shown with “or”, the hazard statement is shared by more than one category or by more than one class, and the code alone does not say which. H272, for example, belongs to oxidising liquids and to oxidising solids — the physical state decides. The binding answer for a specific entry is in the CLP Annex VI table itself.
Aldicarb hazard statements (H-codes)
| Code | Hazard statement |
|---|---|
| H330 | Fatal if inhaled. |
| H300 | Fatal if swallowed. |
| H311 | Toxic in contact with skin. |
| H400 | Very toxic to aquatic life. |
| H410 | Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
This page lists only the codes assigned to Aldicarb. The full reference lives on the hazard statements hub, the precautionary statements hub and the GHS pictograms hub.
Safety Data Sheet
Getting an SDS for Aldicarb
A Safety Data Sheet is written for a product, not for a substance: the supplier of the grade you actually buy issues it, so two suppliers of Aldicarb issue two different sheets. That is why there is no single authoritative SDS for a substance to download — what there is, is the job of collecting the sheets for the products you hold and keeping them current as suppliers revise them.
04 · Precautionary statements
Aldicarb precautionary statements
CLP Annex VI assigns 13 precautionary statements to Aldicarb. They are grouped the way a label groups them: what to do before handling, what to do when something has already happened, how to store it and how to dispose of it.
Prevention
What to do before and during handling so the hazard never happens.
Response
What to do once exposure, spillage or fire has already happened.
Disposal
What has to happen to the contents and the empty container.
Reading the notation. … is a blank the supplier fills in — not a truncated sentence.· [square brackets] mark a part printed only when it applies.
05 · Names in the regulation
Aldicarb name in 23 EU languages
CLP Annex VI Part 3 is published in every language edition of the regulation, and the identification column is written out in each of them. Nothing below is translated by us: each line is the name as that edition prints it. Under Art. 18(2) the substance name from Annex VI is a lawful product identifier, so this is the wording to put on a label going to that market — and where the cell lists several designations, any one of them qualifies.
| Language | Name in CLP Annex VI Part 3 |
|---|---|
| Bulgarian български | алдикарб (ISO) 2-метил-2-(метилтио)пропанал- O -( N -метилкарбамоил)оксим |
| Spanish español | Aldicarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal- O -( N -metilcarbamoil)oxima |
| Czech čeština | aldikarb (ISO) 2-methyl-2-(methylsulfanyl)propanal- O -( N -methylkarbamoyl)oxim |
| Danish dansk | aldicarb (ISO) 2-methyl-2-(methylthio)propionaldehyd- O -(methylcarbamoyl)oxim |
| German Deutsch | Aldicarb (ISO) 2-Methyl-2-(methylthio) propanal- O -( N -methylcarbamoyl)oxim |
| Estonian eesti | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metüül-2-(metüültio)propanaal- O -( N -metüülkarbamoüül)oksiim |
| Greek ελληνικά | aldicarb (αλδικάρβη) (ISO) 2-μεθυλο-2-(μεθυλοθειο)προπαναλ- O -( N -μεθυλοκαρβαμοϋλ)οξίμη |
| English English | aldicarb (ISO) 2-methyl-2-(methylthio)propanal- O -( N -methylcarbamoyl)oxime |
| French français | aldicarbe (ISO) 2-méthyl-2-(méthylthio)propanal- O -( N -méthylcarbamoyl)oxime |
| Croatian hrvatski | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal- O -( N -metil-karbamoil)oksim |
| Italian italiano | aldicarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio) propanal O-[(metilamino)carbonil] ossima |
| Latvian latviešu | aldikarbs (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanāl- O -( N -metilkarbamoil)oksīms |
| Lithuanian lietuvių | aldikarbas (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal-O-(N-metilkarbamoil)oksimas |
| Hungarian magyar | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal- O -( N -metilkarbamoil)oxim |
| Maltese Malti | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltijo)propanal-O-(N-metilkarbamoil)ossima |
| Dutch Nederlands | aldicarb (ISO) 2-methyl-2-(methylthio)propanal- O -( N -methylcarbamoyl)oxim |
| Polish polski | aldikarb (ISO) O-(metylokarbamoilo)oksym 2-metylo-2-(metylosulfanylo)propanalu |
| Portuguese português | aldicarbe (ISO) O -( N -metilcarbamoil)oxima de 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal |
| Romanian română | aldicarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal- O -( N -metilcarbamoil)oximă |
| Slovak slovenčina | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metyl-2-(metylsulfanyl)propanál- O -( N -metylkarbamoyl)oxím |
| Slovenian slovenščina | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metil-2-(metiltio)propanal- O -( N -metilkarbamoil)oksim |
| Finnish suomi | aldikarbi (ISO) 2-metyyli-2-(metyylitio)propanaali- O -( N -metyylikarbamoyyli)oksiimi |
| Swedish svenska | aldikarb (ISO) 2-metyl-2-(metyltio)propanal- O -( N -metylkarbamoyl)oxim |
All 23 language editions of Annex VI carry this entry. Irish is the twenty-fourth official EU language and has no line here for a different reason: no consolidated CLP text has ever been published in Irish, so there is no Irish edition of Annex VI to quote a name from. Source: consolidated CLP, CELEX 02008R1272, language editions. © European Union, https://eur-lex.europa.eu — only the electronic Official Journal of the European Union is authentic.
06 · Label elements
Aldicarb GHS label elements
Everything CLP Annex VI fixes for Aldicarb, laid out the way it appears on a label. The greyed lines are the parts only the supplier can fill in.
Danger
Aldicarb
- Fatal if inhaled.
- Fatal if swallowed.
- Toxic in contact with skin.
- Very toxic to aquatic life.
- Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- Avoid release to the environment.
- Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/…
- IF SWALLOWED:
- IF ON SKIN:
- IF INHALED:
- Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…
- Rinse mouth.
- Wash with plenty of water/…
- Collect spillage.
- Dispose of contents/container to …
Supplier name, address and telephone number· Product identifier·Nominal quantity
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07 · Health hazards
Aldicarb health hazards and exposure limits
Aldicarb carcinogenicity classification
Studied by the US National Toxicology Program: TR-136: Bioassay of Aldicarb for Possible Carcinogenicity (CASRN 116-06-3) (1979 )
Evaluation: No data were available from studies in humans. There is inadequate evidence for the carcinogenicity of aldicarb in experimental animals. Overall evaluation: Aldicarb is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3).
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Cancer Classification: Group E Evidence of Non-carcinogenicity for Humans
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
An IARC group and a CLP classification answer different questions. IARC judges whether the evidence for cancer in humans is strong enough; CLP Annex VI is the legally binding EU classification. A substance can carry one and not the other.
08 · Physical and chemical properties
Aldicarb properties
Every value is shown with the conditions it was measured under and the source it came from. Where sources disagree, all values are listed rather than one being picked — the difference is usually a different form of the substance, not an error.
Aldicarb boiling point
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boiling point | Decomposes (NTP, 1992) | decomposes | CAMEO |
| decomposes | decomposes | OSHA |
Aldicarb melting point
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melting point | 100 °C (212 °F) | ICSC | |
| 99 °C (210.2 °F) | DOE PAC | ||
| 99.5 °C (211.1 °F) | range, midpoint shown | HSDB |
Aldicarb density
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Density | 1.195 g/cm³ | OSHA | |
| 1.195 g/cm³ | at 25 °C | HSDB |
Aldicarb solubility
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in certain organic solvents, most soluble in chloroform and acetone | HSDB | |
| Aldicarb solubilities (expressed as %) at various temperatures. | HSDB | ||
| Table: Percent Solubility [Table#3193] | HSDB |
Aldicarb vapor pressure
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vapor pressure | 0.000029 mmHg | at 20 °C | HSDB |
| 1e-7 mmHg | at 20 °C | DOE PAC | |
| 0.00007501 mmHg | at 25 °C | ICSC |
Aldicarb corrosivity
| Property | Value | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrosivity | Non-corrosive to common metals and plastics | HSDB |
Values compiled from PubChem Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary. Temperatures converted to Fahrenheit for reference.
09 · Fire and explosion
Aldicarb fire and explosion behaviour
These are descriptions rather than measured values, so they are kept out of the table above and quoted here with the source that reported them.
Aldicarb fire potential
Aldicarb is ... considered a negligible fire hazard. It is non-flammable and is difficult to ignite, but may burn if exposed to flames. Aldicarb should be kept away from open flames.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
10 · Handling and storage
Aldicarb storage and handling
Aldicarb safe storage
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
Source: ILO-WHO International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSCs)
Aldicarb storage conditions
Store aldicarb indoors in an isolated, well-ventilated, clean, dry, cool area (not above 46 °C). Store away from incompatible substances, such as highly alkaline materials. Aldicarb should be stored in a manner that will preclude mixing with water, because the resultant solution may be seriously hazardous. Do not store near food, animal feed, or other items intended for human or animal consumption. Make certain that the storage area is inaccessible to children.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Aldicarb incompatible materials
Incompatible with alkaline materials.
Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Aldicarb reactivity
ALDICARB is a carbamate ester. This chemical decomposes at temperatures greater than 212 °F. This chemical is incompatible with highly alkaline substances. It is rapidly converted by oxidizing agents. (NTP, 1992)
Source: CAMEO Chemicals
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11 · Questions
Aldicarb — frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Aldicarb?
The CAS number of Aldicarb is 116-06-3. Its EC number is 204-123-2.
What is the chemical formula of Aldicarb?
The molecular formula of Aldicarb is C7H14N2O2S and its molecular weight is 190.27 g/mol.
What does a Aldicarb label have to show?
Under CLP Annex VI the label for Aldicarb carries the pictograms Skull and crossbones and Environment and the signal word is Danger.
Is Aldicarb flammable?
CLP Annex VI assigns Aldicarb no flammability hazard class. That is not a statement that it cannot burn: the harmonised list only records the hazards that were assessed for it.
Is Aldicarb a carcinogen?
CLP Annex VI records no harmonised carcinogenicity classification for Aldicarb. Annex VI is a list of agreed classifications, not a list of substances found safe, so this is an absence of a classification rather than a clean bill of health. IARC places it in Group 3: not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans.
What is the boiling point of Aldicarb?
The boiling point reported for Aldicarb is Decomposes (NTP, 1992), decomposes (CAMEO).
What is the melting point of Aldicarb?
The melting point reported for Aldicarb is 100 °C (212 °F) (ICSC).
How should Aldicarb be stored?
Store aldicarb indoors in an isolated, well-ventilated, clean, dry, cool area (not above 46 °C). Store away from incompatible substances, such as highly alkaline materials. Aldicarb should be stored in a manner that will preclude mixing with water, because the resultant solution may be seriously hazardous. Do not store near food, animal feed, or other items intended for human or animal consumption. Make certain that the storage area is inaccessible to children. (Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB))
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