NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards

Disulfiram CAS 97-77-8
[(C2H5)2NCS]2S2 RTECS JO1225000
Synonyms & Trade Names
Antabuse®, bis(Diethylthiocarbamoyl) disulfide, Ro-Sulfiram®, TETD, Tetraethylthiuram disulfide
DOT ID & Guide
Exposure
Limits
NIOSH REL: TWA 2 mg/m3 [Precautions should be taken to avoid concurrent exposure to ethylene dibromide.]
OSHA PEL�: none
IDLH N.D. Conversion
Physical Description
White, yellowish, or light-gray powder with a slight odor. [fungicide]
MW: 296.6
BP: ?
MLT: 158°F
Sol: 0.02%
VP: ?
IP: ?

Sp.Gr: 1.30
Fl.P: NA
UEL: NA
LEL: NA

Noncombustible Solid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
None reported
Measurement Methods
None available
Personal Protection & Sanitation
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily

First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations To be added later
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; sensitization dermatitis; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), tremor, restlessness, headache, dizziness; metallic taste; peripheral neuropathy; liver damage
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, liver
See also: INTRODUCTION