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Phosphorus pentasulfide  

French name in the regulation: Phosphore, pentasulfure de
CAS : 1314-80-3

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV - 1 - -
STEV - 3 - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

1B : No adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: Phosphorus pentasulfide

Analysis:

Phosphore, pentasulfure de

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: OSHA - ID128SG
Sampling device: Polyvinyl chloride filter
Parameters:
Flow rate: 1-2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 120 L
STEL sampling volume: 30 L
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: Ion chromatography with conductivity detection (IC-CD)
OSHA Analytical Methods Manual, Method ID128SG: Phosphorus Pentasulfide in Workplace Atmospheres.