Phorate
[CAS# 298-02-2]

Identification

• Classification: Chemical pesticide >> Insecticide >> Organophosphorus pesticide
• Name: Phorate
• Synonyms: O,O-Diethyl S-ethylmercaptomethyl dithiophosphate; Phosphorodithioic acid O,O-diethyl S-[(ethylthio)methyl] ester
• Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₇O₂PS₃
• Molecular Weight: 260.36
• CAS Registry Number: 298-02-2
• EC Number: 206-052-2

Properties

• Melting point: -43 ºC
• Boiling point: 125-127 ºC (2 mmHg)
• Water solubility: 0.005 g/100 mL

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: GHS06;GHS09 Danger
• Hazard Statements: H310-H300-H400-H410
• Safety Description: S28;S36/37;S45;S60;S61

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Chronic hazardous to the aquatic environment	Aquatic Chronic	1	H410
Acute hazardous to the aquatic environment	Aquatic Acute	1	H400
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	1	H310
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	2	H300
Acute toxicity	Acute Tox.	1	H330

• Transport Information: UN 2810