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Tetryl  

French name in the regulation: Tétryl
CAS : 479-45-8
Synonyms: N-méthyl trinitro-2,4,6 phénylnitramine

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV - 1,5 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

III : Weekly adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: Tetryl

Analysis:

Tétryl

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: NIOSH - S225
Sampling device: Mixed cellulose ester filter
Parameters:
Flow rate: 1,5 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 100 L
STEL sampling volume: -
Remarks: This substance is not analyzed by our laboratories. It might be possible that the analysis be performed by another laboratory. Please contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Colorimetry (Colo)
Remarks: Other aromatic nitro compounds may cause interferences.
NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods. 2nd ed., Method S225: Tetryl (2,4,6-Trinitrophenylmethylnitramine, 1975.