BENZENEARSONIC ACID

Colorless solid. Used as an analytical reagent for tin. (EPA, 1998)

none

No rapid reaction with air. No rapid reaction with water.

Benzenearsonic acid emits poisonous fumes of arsenic when heated to decomposition. (EPA, 1998)

Benzenearsonic acid is a deadly poison. (Non-Specific -- Arsenic Compounds) Chronic exposure to arsenic compounds can cause dermatitis and digestive disorders. Renal damage may develop. (EPA, 1998)

Benzenearsonic acid emits poisonous fumes of arsenic when heated to decomposition. [EPA, 1998].

• Acids, Weak

No information available.

Excerpt from ERG Guide 151 [Substances - Toxic (Non-Combustible)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

SPILL: See ERG Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances on the UN/NA 3280 datasheet.

FIRE: If tank, rail tank car or highway tank is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2024)

(Non-Specific -- Arsenical Compound, Solid, n.o.s.) Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Avoid breathing dusts and fumes; keep upwind; wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

(Non-Specific -- Arsenical Compound, Solid, n.o.s.) This material does not burn or burns with difficulty. Extinguish fire using agent suitable for surrounding fire. (EPA, 1998)

(Non-Specific -- Arsenic Compound, Solid, n.o.s.) Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas. Do not touch spilled material; stop leak if you can do it without risk.

Small spills: take up with sand or other noncombustible absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal.

Small dry spills: with clean shovel place material into clean, dry container and cover; move containers from spill area.

Large spills: dike far ahead of spill for later disposal. (EPA, 1998)

For emergency situations, wear a positive pressure, pressure-demand, full facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or pressure- demand supplied air respirator with escape SCBA and a fully-encapsulating, chemical resistant suit. (EPA, 1998)

No information available.

Warning: Effects usually appear within 30 minutes of exposure but may be delayed for several hours. Caution is advised.

Signs and Symptoms of Benzenearsonic Acid Exposure: Dehydration, intense thirst, difficulty swallowing, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, and diarrhea are among the first signs and symptoms noticed following acute benzenearsonic acid exposure. Exposure to airborne dust is generally accompanied by irritation of exposed skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Conjunctivitis (red, inflamed eyes), runny nose, and lacrimation (tearing) are common. Pulmonary edema may also occur. Garlic odor of breath and feces may be noted. Cardiovascular effects include shock, hypotension (low blood pressure) , tachycardia (rapid heart rate), ventricular fibrillation, and other cardiac abnormalities. Altered mental status, seizures, and delirium are further complications of benzenearsonic acid exposure. Intense muscle cramping is common.

Emergency Life-Support Procedures: Acute exposure to benzenearsonic acid may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air-purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary. Rescue vehicles should carry supplies such as plastic sheeting and disposable plastic bags to assist in preventing spread of contamination.

Inhalation Exposure:
1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to benzenearsonic acid.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
4. RUSH to a health care facility!

Dermal/Eye Exposure:
1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to benzenearsonic acid.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing as soon as possible.
4. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes.
5. Wash exposed skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
6. RUSH to a health care facility!

Ingestion Exposure:
1. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
2. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
3. Vomiting may be induced with syrup of Ipecac. If elapsed time since ingestion of benzenearsonic acid is unknown or suspected to be greater than 30 minutes, do not induce vomiting and proceed to Step
4. Ipecac should not be administered to children under 6 months of age.Warning: Ingestion of benzenearsonic acid may result in sudden onset of seizures or loss of consciousness. Syrup of Ipecac should be administered only if victims are alert, have an active gag-reflex, and show no signs of impending seizure or coma. If ANY uncertainty exists, proceed to Step
4.The following dosages of Ipecac are recommended: children up to 1 year old, 10 mL (1/3 oz); children 1 to 12 years old, 15 mL (1/2 oz); adults, 30 mL (1 oz). Ambulate (walk) the victims and give large quantities of water. If vomiting has not occurred after 15 minutes, Ipecac may be readministered. Continue to ambulate and give water to the victims. If vomiting has not occurred within 15 minutes after second administration of Ipecac, administer activated charcoal.
4. Activated charcoal may be administered if victims are conscious and alert. Use 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) for children, 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) for adults, with 125 to 250 mL (1/2 to 1 cup) of water.
5. Promote excretion by administering a saline cathartic or sorbitol to conscious and alert victims. Children require 15 to 30 g (1/2 to 1 oz) of cathartic; 50 to 100 g (1-3/4 to 3-1/2 oz) is recommended for adults.
6. RUSH to a health care facility! (EPA, 1998)

• BENZENEARSONIC ACID
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• PHENYL ARSENIC ACID
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