Pure Form - Colorless liquid. Odor - Sharp, pungent. Use - Manufacture of pesticides. Avoid sources of extreme heat or ignition including sparks or fire. Methyl isocyanate may polymerize violently in the presence of water.
Caution is advised.
Contact with the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes may result in severe irritation and permanent damage. Acute exposure to methyl isocyanate may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Rescue vehicles should carry supplies such as plastic sheeting and disposable plastic bags to assist in preventing spread of contamination. Move victims to fresh air.