The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, phosphorous oxides and sulfur oxides. TLV not established. The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Weak cholinesterase inhibitor.
Medical observation is indicated.
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms, avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use.