Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Dieldrin is an oxidized version of the similar compound aldrin, from which it is produced. Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics direct contact with eyes. Some chemicals in this database contain more information than others due to the original reason this information was collected and how the compilation was accomplished. Dieldrin is a synthetic pesticide commonly used between the 1950s to the 1970s for. A toxicological profile for aldrindieldrin was released in 1993. Buy high purity dieldrin analytical standards from chem service inc. Dieldrin is a synthetic chemical used to kill insects.
Dieldrin is an organochlorine pesticide that was widely used in the 1960s and 1970s. The information on this msds was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. Unfortunately, this book cant be printed from the openbook. Dieldrin is an endocrine disruptor, meaning that it interferes. Keep container tightly closed precautionary statements disposal dispose of contentscontainer to an approved. Dieldrin is a decadesold chlorocarbon insecticide that has long been banned from use in most of the world. Despite a great reduction in its use, dieldrin residues. Procedure for managing material safety data sheets msds and labels. Dieldrin is an endocrine disruptor, meaning that it interferes with hormones like estrogen and androgen in the human body and may impact risk of breast cancer. This edition supersedes any previously released draft or. They are discussed together in this fact sheet because aldrin quickly breaks down to dieldrin. Aldrin and dieldrin are insecticides with similar chemical structures. They are discussed together in this fact sheet because aldrin quickly breaks down to dieldrin in the body and in the environment. The trade names used for dieldrin include alvit, dieldrix, octalox, quintox, and red shield.
Dieldrin residues have been detected in air, water, soil, fish, birds and mammals, including humans and human breast milk. Dieldrin vial of 1 g, 99%, analytical standard, cerilliant. Physical examinations took place twice a year, and blood concentrations of the pesticides were measured. This edition supersedes any previously released draft or final profile. Esbs may be useful as a complement to existing sediment assessment tools.
Use extinguishing media in section 5 for extinction. Only select registry of toxic effects of chemical substances rtecs data is presented. Dieldrin is stored in fatty tissues such as breast tissue. Dieldrin page 2 of 6 determining your exposure read the product manufacturers material safety data sheet msds and the label to determine product ingredients and important safety and health. An explanation of how the district will meet the labeling, safety data sheet. Toxicological profiles are revised and republished as necessary, but no less than once every three years. Dieldrin is an organochloride originally produced in 1948 by j. From the 1950s until 1970, wide use of dieldrin on corn and cotton occurred. Neither substance occurs naturally in the environment from the 1950s until. Organochlorine pesticides mixture, part number 85005926 section 6. Following the banning or great reduction in the use of most organochlorine pesticides, populations have rebounded in virtually every part of the world and now exceed historical levels in many regions. In case of spillage on person or clothing, immediately remove clothing and flush skin or eyes with plenty of vater. Epa, pesticide product label, shell technical dieldrin. Als environmental provides no warranty, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of furnished data.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Dieldrin has been found to exert a dual action on gaba a receptors. Dieldrin has a halflife of approximately three hundred days in the human body kanthasamy et al. Dispose of contentscontainer according to section of the sds. The chosen idlh, therefore, has been estimated from the statement by. Special protective equipment selfcontained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. Pocket guide to chemical hazards material type value dieldrin cas 60571 twa 0. Dieldrin analytical standards 60571, n11688100mg chem. Only select registry of toxic effects of chemical substances rtecs data is presented here. Regulatory determination 1 support documents for aldrin. No data on acute inhalation toxicity are available on which to base the idlh for dieldrin. Endrin has not been produced or sold for general use in the united states since 1986. Precautionary statements storage store locked up store in a wellventilated place.
Contact local authorities in case of spillage to drainaquatic environment. This documentation is available for download in pdf format. Temperature is another factor which affects dieldrin degradation. Ecological soil screening levels ecossls are concentrations of contaminants in soil that are protective of ecological receptors that commonly come into contact with andor consume biota that live in or on. Disclaimer the sds samples above are collected from the internet by chemblink and displayed here for the tutorial purpose only. During repetitive coapplications of gaba and dieldrin, the gabainduced current was first increased but later suppressed irreversibly fig. Nicole burca, ronald ross watson, in omega3 fatty acids in brain and neurological health, 2014. Workers were exposed for various periods up to 15 yr.
Dieldrin definition, a light tan, crystalline, waterinsoluble, poisonous solid, c12h8ocl6, used as an insecticide. Agency procedures for the derivation of equilibrium. Jan 31, 2015 the dieldrin contamination issue until 1987, the organochlorine, dieldrin was used by potato farmers in several areas of southern victoria to control insect pests such as wire worm gonocephalum pterohelaeus and white fringed weevil graphognathus leucoloma. Dieldrin and aldrin breast cancer prevention partners bcpp. In a study reporting an initial application of dieldrin at 8. The chosen idlh, therefore, has been estimated from the statement by deichmann and gerarde 1969 that an oral dose of 65 mgkg is believed to be a reasonable estimate of the lethal dose in man.
Some information presented and conclusions drawn herein are from. Dieldrin iii notice the office of research and development ord has produced this document to provide procedures for the derivation of equilibrium partitioning sediment benchmarks esbs for the insecticide dieldrin. Jager 1970 reported an extensive study of 826 chemical workers involved in production of aldrin, dieldrin, endrin, and telodrin. Aldrindieldrin an assessment of the health risks of seven. Use the oehs web page to download and print current sds for all products. Each 7th edition documentation summarizes and evaluates the. Apf 10,000 any selfcontained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressuredemand or other positivepressure mode. At concentrations above the niosh rel, or where there is no rel, at any detectable concentration. Dieldrin iii notice the office of research and development ord has produced this document to provide procedures for the derivation of equilibrium partitioning sediment benchmarks esbs.
An updated draft for public comment version was released on october 17, 2000. Dieldrin introduction, msds, technology, processing. Cdc niosh pocket guide to chemical hazards dieldrin. Accidental release measures environmental precautions personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures. When sold in quantities of less than or equal to 1 ml, or 1 g, with an excepted quantity code of. Endrin is a solid, white, almost odorless substance that was used as a pesticide to control insects, rodents, and birds. Tlvr chemical substances 7th edition documentation.
In a subtropical silt loam soil, the concentration of dieldrin decreased by 25% in fall and winter with a halflife of 7. Dieldrin s chemical properties low water solubility, high stability, and semivolatility favour its long range transport, and dieldrin has been detected in arctic air, water and organisms. Dieldrin is an organochlorine insecticide that is structurally very similar to aldrin. The dieldrin contamination issue until 1987, the organochlorine, dieldrin was used by potato farmers in several areas of southern victoria to control insect pests such as wire worm. Buy dieldrin cas 60571, a specialty product for proteomics research, from santa cruz. Dieldrin investigated as an agricultural chemical, mutagen, reproductive effector, and tumorigen. Eye contact direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation. This table can be sorted by proper shipping name, unna id andor by primary hazard classdivision. Links with this icon indicate that you are leaving the cdc website the centers for disease control and prevention cdc cannot attest to the accuracy of a nonfederal website. Regulatory determination 1 support documents for aldrin and. Contaminant candidate list regulatory determination support document for aldrin and dieldrin pdf 61 pp, 2 mb health effects support document for aldrindieldrin pdf 255 pp, 3 mb. M dieldrin dotted bar at the time indicated after taking control record. Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics direct contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation. Read the support documents for aldrin and dieldrin.
Regulatory determination 1 support documents for aldrin and dieldrin. Jan 21, 2015 this public health statement is the summary chapter from the toxicological profile for aldrin and dieldrin. Dieldrin persistent organic pollutants pops toolkit. Aldrin is not an insecticide, but it converts to dieldrin in vivo. Effects of dieldrin on gabainduced chloride currents in a rat dorsal root ganglion neuron. This public health statement is the summary chapter from the toxicological profile for aldrin and dieldrin. This documentation is available for download in pdf. It is one in a series of public health statements about hazardous substances and their health effects. Like other organochlorines, dieldrin is a persistent pollutant. It is the active metabolite of the proinsecticde aldrin. Sections i health hazard assessments for noncarcinogenic effects and.
Despite a great reduction in its use, dieldrin residues still persist in the environment, food and people. High levels of dieldrin in the body have been linked to higher rates of breast cancer mortality. Tlvr chemical substances 7th edition documentation acgihr format. Dieldrin occurs as white crystals or tancoloured flakes, odourless or with mild chemical odour. An online version of the usdots listing of hazardous materials from 49cfr 172. University user to download from the internet the suppliers msds for the chemical substance. It has a role as a xenobiotic and a carcinogenic agent. The traditional management system for these farmers is to rotate paddocks between potato cropping and sown grassclover pasture. You may need a pdf reader to view some of the files on this page. Dieldrin introduction, msds, technology, processing, patent. Dieldrin definition of dieldrin by the free dictionary. Aldrindieldrin an assessment of the health risks of. See actual entry in rtecs for complete information. As a result, dieldrin has a tendency to accumulate in the body and pose health risks.
Following the banning or great reduction in the use of most organochlorine pesticides, populations have. Dieldrin is an organochlorine compound resulting from the epoxidation of the double bond of aldrin. One united states research study found that approximately 100,000 adults consume an average of 0. Ecological soil screening levels ecossls are concentrations of contaminants in soil that are protective of ecological receptors that commonly come into contact with andor consume biota that live in or on soil.
Mp biomedicals australasia pty limited unit 12, 167 prospect hwy. Dieldrin is closely related to aldrin, which reacts further to form dieldrin. When sold in quantities of less than or equal to 1 ml, or 1 g. However, the information is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness. Ecossls are derived separately for four groups of ecological receptors. Pure aldrin and dieldrin are white powders with a mild chemical odor. For each individual hazardous ingredient, read the new jersey department of health and senior services hazardous substance fact sheet, available on the rtk program website. Dieldrin information about dieldrin is for educational purposes only. Acgih threshold limit values material type value form twa 0.
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