ABC of Safety in the Biological Sciences
METHYL TRISULPHIDE (CH SSSCH)
SYNONYMS
None known.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Keep away from heat, sparks or a naked flame.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid inhalation of the vapour.
CHARACTERISTICS
Combustible, colourless liquid.
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Combustible liquid do not handle close to heat or a naked
flame. An eye and skin irritant and the fumes can be harmful if
inhaled. Mildly toxic if ingested.
TREATMENTS
Skin remove contaminated clothing and shoes and immediately
wash the affected area with large amounts of water until all
evidence of the chemical has been removed (approximately 15
minutes). If irritation persists seek medical advice. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eyes immediately wash the affected eye with large amounts of
water until all evidence of the chemical has been removed
(approximately 15 minutes). Seek medical advice.
Inhalation remove from the patient to fresh air, rest and keep
warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Ingestion give two to four glasses of water to drink and seek
immediate medical advice.
INCOMPATIBILITY
Methyl trisulphide is incompatible with oxidising agents.
Heating produces toxic fumes of sulphur and carbon.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry atmosphere away from heat or naked flames.
Store away from oxidising agents.
HANDLING
Although toxicity levels have not been established this
substance is known to be harmful if inhaled. Therefore use a
fume hood and wear protective clothing. A long sleeved
laboratory coat or gown, rubber gloves, safety goggles and a
face mask as a minimum standard. If exposure is likely to be
excessive wear a respirator or selfcontained breathing
apparatus.
DISPOSAL
Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb the material in
vermiculite or other suitable absorbent and place into an
impervious container. Package appropriately for safe feeding
into an incinerator or dissolve in a compatible solvent prior to
incineration. Use an incinerator equipped with an afterburner
and scrubber or contact with a licensed waste disposal operator
for removal. Discharge, treatment or disposal may be subject to
particular local bylaws and regulations.
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