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  • ThunderHawkTM Co-pack - ThunderHawkTM A Herbicide (PCP No 33687) - ThunderHawkTM B Herbicide (PCP No 33717)

  • ThunderHawk A Herbicide

    Safety Data Sheet Issue Date: 2020-02-11 Supersedes Date: 2017-12-20 {Reserved}

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    1. Identification Product Name: ThunderHawk A Herbicide PCP Registration No.: 33687 Refer to the approved product label for handling and use instructions. Product Type: Herbicide Supplier: Nufarm Agriculture Inc. 5101, 333 - 96th Ave NE Calgary, Alberta, T3K 0S3, Canada 1-800-868-5444 Telephone Numbers: 24 Hour Emergency Response Number, Chemtrec, 1-800-424-9300.

    For medical emergencies, ProPharma Group, 1-877-325-1840. For product and use information, Nufarm Agriculture Inc., 1-800-868-5444.

    2. Hazard Identification Classified according to UN GHS Version 5. Physical Hazards:

    Flammable liquid Category 4 Health Hazards:

    Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 4 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 5 Acute toxicity (Inhalation) Category 5

    Skin irritation Category 3 Skin sensitizer Category 1B

    Environmental Hazards: Hazardous to aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Signal Word:

    WARNING Hazard Statements:

    Combustible liquid. Harmful if swallowed. May be harmful in contact with skin. May be harmful if inhaled. Causes mild skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Very toxic to aquatic life.

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    Precautionary Statements: Keep away from flames and hot surfaces. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. After use, wash hands and other exposed skin. Wear coveralls over a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves. Rinse gloves before removal. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Avoid breathing spray mist. Harmful if swallowed. This product contains an active ingredient and aromatic petroleum distillates which are toxic to aquatic organisms.

    3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

    Hazardous Components CAS No. Wt. % MCPA-2-ethylhexyl 29450-45-1 64-68 Chemical Synonyms: MCPA 2EH; 2-ethylhexyl 2-(4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate; 2-ethylhexyl (4-chloro-2-methylphenoxy)acetate Solvent naphtha (petroleum), heavy aromatic, naphthalene depleted

    64742-94-5 21-23

    1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinone 872-50-4 2.4-2.6 Chemical Synonyms: NMP; N-Methylpyrrolidone; N-Methylpyrrolidinone Pyraflufen-ethyl 129630-19-9 1.2-1.4 Chemical Synonyms: ethyl [2-chloro-5-(4-chloro-5-difluoromethoxy-1-methylpyrazol-3-yl)-4-fluorophenoxy]acetate; ethyl 2-[2-chloro-5-[4-chloro-5-(difluoromethoxy)-1-methyl-1H-pyrazol-3-yl]-4-fluorophenoxy]acetate

    Other ingredients are considered non-hazardous.

    Content as Expressed on Product Label MCPA, present as 2-ethylhexyl ester … 420 g/L Pyraflufen-ethyl … 13.5 g/L

    4. First Aid Measures

    If swallowed, call a poison control centre or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by a poison control centre or doctor. Do not give any liquid to the person. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If on skin or clothing, take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15–20 minutes. Call a poison control centre or doctor for treatment advice.

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    If in eyes, hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15–20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control centre or doctor for treatment advice. If inhaled, move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control centre or doctor for further treatment advice. Take container, label or product name and Pest Control Product Registration Number with you when seeking medical attention. Note to physician: Treat symptomatically. This product contains petroleum distillates. Vomiting may cause aspiration pneumonia. No specific antidote. Employ supportive care. Treatment should be based on judgement of the physician in response to reactions of the patient. High concentrations of MCPA may cause severe irritation to the eyes. Symptoms of overexposure to MCPA could include slurred speech, twitching, jerking and spasms, drooling, low blood pressure and unconsciousness.

    5. Fire-fighting Measures Extinguishing Media: Water fog, alcohol foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical. Special Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when fighting chemical fires. Minimize and contain water runoff. Flash Point: ....................................... 69.2 C Conditions of Flammability: ........... Combustible liquid. May burn under fire conditions. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Hazard Rating: Rating for this product: Health: 1 Flammability: 2 Reactivity: 0 Hazards Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe

    6. Accidental Release Measures Use safety equipment and procedures appropriate to the size of the spill. Keep unnecessary people away. Avoid runoff to natural waters and sewers. Surround and absorb spills with inert material such as perlite, sawdust, clay granules, vermiculite, sand or dirt. Contain all affected material in a closed, labeled container for proper disposal. Isolate from other waste materials. Clean contaminated area such as hard surfaces with detergent and water, collecting cleaning solution for proper disposal. Large spills to soil or similar surfaces may necessitate removal of top soil.

    7. Handling and Storage Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear goggles or face shield during mixing/loading. Wash concentrate from skin or eyes immediately. After use, wash hands and other exposed skin. Wear coveralls over a long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves. Rinse gloves before removal. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

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    Storage: Store the container tightly closed away from seeds, fertilizer, plants and foodstuffs. Storage below 0°C will not impair the effectiveness of the product, however, if frozen, return to original state by allowing product to warm to 10 - 20°C and agitate thoroughly before use.

    8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Engineering Controls: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Personal Protective Equipment: Goggles or face shield, coveralls, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves. Rinse gloves before removal. Exposure Guidelines:

    Component TWA* STEL** Reference/Note MCPA-2-ethylhexyl NE NE None found Pyraflufen-ethyl NE NE None found Hydrocarbon solvent (total) 50 mg/m3 NE Supplier recommendation 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinone 10 ppm NE AIHA recommendation

    *Time-weighted Average, 8-hour unless otherwise noted. **Short Term Exposure Limit NE = Not Established Refer to approved product label for additional exposure control guidance.

    9. Physical and Chemical Properties NOTE: Physical data are typical values, but may vary from sample to sample. A typical value should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis or as a specification. If no value is determined for the formulation, the value listed is the most relevant value of the predominant ingredient(s). Appearance (physical state, colour, etc.) .............. clear amber liquid Odour ....................................................................... hydrocarbon-like Odour threshold ...................................................... not available pH ............................................................................. 5.8 (1% w/w dilution) Melting point / Freezing point ............................... 220C (MCPA 2-EHE) Flash point ............................................................... 69.2C Evaporation rate ..................................................... 220C (MCPA 2-EHE) Viscosity ................................................................... 17 mPa(s) @ 20C

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    10. Stability and Reactivity

    Reactivity: Not reactive. Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur. Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat. Do not store near heat or flame. Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with strong acidic, basic or oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Under fire conditions, may produce gases such as hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides.

    11. Toxicological Information Likely routes of exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact. Symptoms of overexposure to MCPA could include slurred speech, twitching, jerking and spasms, drooling, low-blood pressure and unconsciousness. Eye contact: Causes mild eye irritation. Causes redness and tearing. Skin contact: May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes moderate skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, decreased blood pressure, muscle weakness, muscle spasms. Inhalation: May be harmful if inhaled. Vapours could cause headache, nausea, dizziness and respiratory irritation if inhaled. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Skin exposure may aggravate preexisting skin conditions. Inhalation of mist may aggravate preexisting respiratory conditions. Toxicological Data: Acute oral LD50 (mg/kg) ................. 1502 (Rat, female) Acute dermal LD50 (mg/kg) ............ >2000 (Rat, male & female) Acute inhalation LC50 (mg/l) ........... >5.10 mg/L (Rat, male & female, 4-hour, nose-only exp.) Skin corrosion/irritation ................. Moderately irritating to the skin (Rabbit) Serious eye damage/irritation ........ Mildly irritating to the eye (Rabbit) Respiratory or skin sensitization ... Potential skin sensitizer Germ cell mutagenicity ................... No evidence of genotoxicity for MCPA 2-EHE. Pyraflufen-ethyl has not demonstrated genotoxic potential in in vitro and in vivo assays. Carcinogenicity ............................... The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) lists exposure to chlorophenoxy herbicides as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B), the category for limited evidence for carcinogenicity in humans. MCPA was not carcinogenic to rats or mice in lifetime feeding studies. Pyraflufen-ethyl did not demonstrate oncogenicity in rats, but there were equivocal findings in mice. Relevance to humans is not known. Reproductive toxicity ...................... Animal reproduction studies with both MCPA and pyraflufen-ethyl indicate there is no increased sensitivity of the young relative to maternal animals.

    12. Ecological Information

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    Ecotoxicity: Data are from laboratory studies conducted on MCPA-2-ethylhexyl technical. Aquatic Invertebrate: 48-Hour EC50 (mg/L) ......... 0.28 (Daphnia) Fish: 96-Hour LC50 (mg/L) ........ 3.2 (Rainbow Trout), > 3.2 (Bluegill Sunfish) Algae: EC50 (mg ae/L) ................ 0.25 (Selenastrum), 1.2 (Navicula), 0.085 (Skeletonema) Birds: Oral LD50 (mg ae/kg) ...... >2250 (Bobwhite), Dietary LDD50 > 3800 (Bobwhite), > 930 (Mallard) (mg ae/kg bw/d) Bees: Oral LD50 .......................... > 250 µg 500 g/L MCPA 2-EHE formulation/bee Bees: Contact LD50 ..................... > 210 µg 500 g/L MCPA 2-EHE formulation/bee Data are from laboratory studies conducted on pyraflufen-ethyl technical. Aquatic Invertebrate: 48-Hour EC50 (mg/L) ......... > 0.082 (Daphnia) Fish: 96-Hour LC50 (mg ae/L) .... > 0.1 (Rainbow Trt), > 0.085 (Bluegill), > 0.056 (Sheepshead) Algae: EC50 (mg/L) .................... 0.00031 (Selenastrum), 0.0016 (Navicula) Birds: Oral LD50 (mg/kg) ........... > 2000 (Bobwhite), Dietary LC50 > 5000 (Mallard, Bobwhite) Bees: Oral and Contact LD50 ...... > 112 µg/bee (oral), > 100 µg/bee (contact) Persistence and Degradability: MCPA 2EH rapidly hydrolyzes to parent MCPA acid. MCPA is microbially degraded with typical half-life (ester and acid) of 5 to 20 days. Persistent in anaerobic environments. Pyraflufen-ethyl dissipates quickly by biotransformation in both soil and water, having a half-life of less than one day. Some transformation products of pyraflufen-ethyl are persistent. Mobility in Soil: MCPA has moderate to high mobility potential, but is rapidly degraded. Transformation products of pyraflufen-ethyl are immobile. Bioaccumulation Potential: Negligible.

    13. Disposal Considerations For information on disposal of unused, unwanted product, contact the manufacturer or the provincial regulatory agency. Disposal should be made in accordance with federal, provincial and local regulations. Do not reuse container for any purpose. If applicable, return container in accordance with return program. If a recyclable container, dispose of at a container collection site. Contact local distributor, dealer or municipality for the location of the nearest collection site. Before taking the container to the collection site, triple or pressure rinse the empty container adding rinsings to spray tank, and make container unsuitable for further use. If there is no container collection site in your area, dispose of the container in accordance with provincial requirements.

    14. Transport Information Canadian TDG Description (Road & Rail): UN3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S., (MCPA Ester, pyraflufen-ethyl), Class 9, PG III

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    Marine pollutant Section 1.45.1 of the TDG Regulations provides an exemption from documentation and safety marks only for this product and only when transported by a road or railway vehicle. United States DOT Description: DOT

    < 119 gallons per container Non Regulated ≥ 119 gallons per container

    UN3082, environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s., (MCPA Ester, Pyraflufen-ethyl), 9, III, Marine Pollutant IMDG: UN3082, environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s., (MCPA Ester, Pyraflufen-ethyl), 9, III, Marine Pollutant IATA UN3082, environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s., (MCPA Ester, Pyraflufen-ethyl), 9, III, Marine Pollutant

    15. Regulatory Information Pest Control Products Act Registration Number: ..... 33687 OPAC Schedule: …. N/A Read the approved label, authorized under the Pest Control Products Act, prior to using or handling the pest control product. This chemical is a pest control product registered by Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency and is subject to certain labelling requirements under the Pest Control Products Act. These requirements differ from the classification criteria and hazard information required for GHS-consistent safety data sheets. Following is the hazard information required on the pest control product label:

    CAUTION POISON SKIN IRRITANT

    POTENTIAL SKIN SENSITIZER Warning, contains the allergen soy

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    WHMIS exempt.

    16. Other Information This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is designed to comply with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of classification, and the Hazardous Products Regulations. This SDS provides important health, safety and environmental information for employers, employees, emergency responders and others handling large quantities of the product in activities generally other than product use. The product labeling provides that information specifically for product use as intended. Company and published information is used in the development of this SDS. The information herein is presented in good faith and believed accurate at the date of publication. However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. Revisions to the last issue: Updated address and logo. Issue Date: 2020-02-11 Supersedes Date: 2017-12-20

  • ThunderHawk B Herbicide

    Safety Data Sheet Issue Date: 2020-02-21 Supersedes Date: N/A {Reserved}

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    1. Identification Product Name: ThunderHawk B Herbicide PCP Registration No.: 33717 Refer to the approved product label for handling and use instructions. Product Type: Herbicide Supplier: Nufarm Agriculture Inc. 5101, 333 - 96th Ave NE Calgary, Alberta, T3K 0S3, Canada 1-800-868-5444 Telephone Numbers: 24 Hour Emergency Response Number, Chemtrec, 1-800-424-9300.

    For medical emergencies, ProPharma Group, 1-877-325-1840. For product and use information, Nufarm Agriculture Inc., 1-800-868-5444.

    2. Hazard Identification Emergency Overview Color: White to off-white Physical State: Liquid Odor: Mild Hazards of product:

    No significant immediate hazards for emergency response are known. Potential Health Effects Eye Contact: Essentially nonirritating to eyes. Skin Contact: Brief contact is essentially nonirritating to skin. Skin Absorption: Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of harmful amounts. Inhalation: Vapors are primarily water; single exposure is not likely to be hazardous. No adverse effects are anticipated from single exposure to mist. Excessive exposure may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). Based on the available data, narcotic effects were not observed. Ingestion: Very low toxicity if swallowed. Harmful effects not anticipated from swallowing small amounts. Aspiration hazard: Based on physical properties, not likely to be an aspiration hazard.

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    Effects of Repeated Exposure: For the active ingredient(s): In animals, effects have been reported on the following organs: Kidney. Liver. For the minor component(s): In rare cases, repeated excessive exposure to propylene glycol may cause central nervous system effects.

    3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

    Components CAS No. Wt. % Florasulam 145701-23-1 4.8 %

    Propylene glycol 57-55-6 8.6 %

    Balance Not available 86.6 %

    4. First Aid Measures

    Description of first aid measures General advice: If potential for exposure exists refer to Section 8 for specific personal protective equipment. Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call an emergency responder or ambulance, then give artificial respiration; if by mouth to mouth use rescuer protection (pocket mask etc). Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Eye Contact: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Ingestion: No emergency medical treatment necessary. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Aside from the information found under Description of first aid measures (above) and Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed (below), no additional symptoms and effects are anticipated. Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient. Have the Safety Data Sheet, and if available, the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment.

    5. Fire-fighting Measures Suitable extinguishing media This material does not burn. If exposed to fire from another source, use suitable extinguishing agent for that fire. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

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    Hazardous Combustion Products: Under fire conditions some components of this product may decompose. The smoke may contain unidentified toxic and/or irritating compounds. Combustion products may include trace amounts of: Sulfur oxides. Nitrogen oxides. Hydrogen halides. Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: If exposed to fire from another source and water is evaporated, exposure to high temperatures may cause toxic fumes. Advice for firefighters Fire Fighting Procedures: Keep people away. Isolate fire and deny unnecessary entry. This material does not burn. Fight fire for other material that is burning. Contain fire water run-off if possible. Fire water run-off, if not contained, may cause environmental damage. Review the “Accidental Release Measures” and the “Ecological Information” sections of this (M)SDS. Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective fire fighting clothing (includes fire fighting helmet, coat, trousers, boots, and gloves). If protective equipment is not available or not used, fight fire from a protected location or safe distance. See Section 9 for related Physical Properties

    6. Accidental Release Measures Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures: Use appropriate safety equipment. For additional information, refer to Section 8, Exposure Controls and Personal Protection. Environmental precautions: Prevent from entering into soil, ditches, sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. See Section 12, Ecological Information. Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Contain spilled material if possible. Small spills: Absorb with materials such as: Clay. Dirt. Sand. Sweep up. Collect in suitable and properly labeled containers. Large spills: Contact Nufarm Agriculture for clean-up assistance.

    7. Handling and Storage Handling General Handling: Keep out of reach of children. Do not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. See Section 8, EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION. Storage Store in a dry place. Store in original container. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Do not store near food, foodstuffs, drugs or potable water supplies.

    To maintain product quality, recommended storage temperature is > -5 °C

    8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Engineering Controls: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

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    Personal Protective Equipment: Goggles or face shield, coveralls, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, socks, shoes and chemical-resistant gloves. Rinse gloves before removal. Exposure Limits:

    Component List Type Value

    Propylene glycol WEEL TWA Aerosol.

    10 mg/m3

    CAD ON OEL

    TWAEV Total vapor and aerosol.

    155 mg/m3 50 ppm

    Consult local authorities for recommended exposure limits. RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS SECTION ARE FOR MANUFACTURING, COMMERCIAL BLENDING AND PACKAGING WORKERS. APPLICATORS AND HANDLERS SHOULD SEE THE PRODUCT LABEL FOR PROPER PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CLOTHING. Personal Protection Eye/Face Protection: Use safety glasses (with side shields). Skin Protection: Wear clean, body-covering clothing.

    Hand protection: Use gloves chemically resistant to this material when prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. Examples of preferred glove barrier materials include: Butyl rubber. Polyethylene. Ethyl vinyl alcohol laminate (“EVAL”). Natural rubber (“latex”). Neoprene. Nitrile/butadiene rubber (“nitrile” or “NBR”). Polyvinyl chloride (“PVC” or “vinyl”). NOTICE: The selection of a specific glove for a particular application and duration of use in a workplace should also take into account all relevant workplace factors such as, but not limited to: Other chemicals which may be handled, physical requirements (cut/puncture protection, dexterity, thermal protection), potential body reactions to glove materials, as well as the instructions/specifications provided by the glove supplier.

    Respiratory Protection: Respiratory protection should be worn when there is a potential to exceed the exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, wear respiratory protection when adverse effects, such as respiratory irritation or discomfort have been experienced, or where indicated by your risk assessment process. For most conditions no respiratory protection should be needed; however, if discomfort is experienced, use an approved air-purifying respirator. The following should be effective types of air-purifying respirators: Organic vapor cartridge with a particulate pre-filter. Ingestion: Use good personal hygiene. Do not consume or store food in the work area. Wash hands before smoking or eating. Engineering Controls Ventilation: Use local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below exposure limit requirements or guidelines. If there are no applicable exposure limit requirements or guidelines, general ventilation should be sufficient for most operations. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary for some operations.

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    9. Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Physical State Liquid Color White to off-white Odor Mild Odor Threshold No test data available pH 4.36 (@ 1 %) Melting Point Not applicable Freezing Point No test data available Boiling Point (760 mmHg)

    No test data available

    Flash Point - Closed Cup Pensky-Martens Closed Cup ASTM D 93 none below boiling point

    Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)

    No test data available

    Flammable Limits In Air Lower: No test data available Upper: No test data available Vapor Pressure Not applicable Vapor Density (air = 1) No test data available Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)

    1.0318 Digital Density Meter (Oscillating Coil)

    Solubility in water (by weight)

    No test data available

    Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow)

    No data available for this product. See Section 12 for individual component data.

    Autoignition Temperature

    EC Method A15 none below 400degC

    Decomposition Temperature

    No test data available

    Kinematic Viscosity No test data available Explosive properties Not explosive Oxidizing properties No significant increase (>5C) in temperature. Liquid Density 1.0318 g/cm3 @ 20 °C Digital density meter

    10. Stability and Reactivity Reactivity No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. Chemical stability Thermally stable at typical use temperatures. Possibility of hazardous reactions Polymerization will not occur.

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    Conditions to Avoid: Active ingredient decomposes at elevated temperatures. Incompatible Materials: None known. Hazardous decomposition products Decomposition products depend upon temperature, air supply and the presence of other materials.

    11. Toxicological Information Acute Toxicity Ingestion As product: LD50, rat, male and female > 5,000 mg/kg Dermal As product: LD50, rat, male and female > 2,000 mg/kg No deaths occurred at this concentration. Inhalation As product: The LC50 has not been determined. Based on information for component(s): Estimated. LC50, 4 h, Aerosol, rat > 5 mg/l Eye damage/eye irritation Essentially nonirritating to eyes. Skin corrosion/irritation Brief contact is essentially nonirritating to skin. Sensitization Skin Did not demonstrate the potential for contact allergy in mice. Respiratory No relevant data found. Repeated Dose Toxicity Repeated skin application to laboratory animals did not produce systemic toxicity. For the active ingredient(s): In animals, effects have been reported on the following organs: Kidney. Liver. For the minor component(s): In rare cases, repeated excessive exposure to propylene glycol may cause central nervous system effects. Chronic Toxicity and Carcinogenicity For the active ingredient(s): Did not cause cancer in laboratory animals. Developmental Toxicity For the active ingredient(s): Did not cause birth defects or other effects in the fetus even at doses which caused toxic effects in the mother. Reproductive Toxicity For the active ingredient(s): In animal studies, did not interfere with reproduction. Genetic Toxicology For the active ingredient(s): In vitro genetic toxicity studies were negative. Animal genetic toxicity studies were negative.

    12. Ecological Information

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    Toxicity Material is very highly toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 2000 mg/kg). Fish Acute & Prolonged Toxicity LC50, Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout), semi-static test, 96 h: > 100 mg/l Aquatic Invertebrate Acute Toxicity EC50, Daphnia magna (Water flea), 48 h, immobilization: > 100 mg/l Aquatic Plant Toxicity EC50, Lemna minor (duckweed), Growth inhibition (cell density reduction), 14 d: 0.0413 mg/l EbC50, Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (green algae), static test, biomass growth inhibition, 72 h: 0.0611 mg/l Toxicity to Above Ground Organisms oral LD50, Anas platyrhynchos (Mallard duck): > 2250 mg/kg bodyweight. oral LD50, Apis mellifera (bees): > 70.25 ug/bee contact LD50, Apis mellifera (bees): > 100 ug/bee Toxicity to Soil Dwelling Organisms LC50, Eisenia fetida (earthworms): > 1,033 mg/kg Persistence and Degradability Data for Component: Florasulam

    Material is expected to biodegrade only very slowly (in the environment). Fails to pass OECD/EEC tests for ready biodegradability. OECD Biodegradation Tests:

    Biodegradation Exposure Time Method 10 Day Window 2 % 28 d OECD 301B Test fail

    Data for Component: Propylene glycol

    Material is readily biodegradable. Passes OECD test(s) for ready biodegradability. Biodegradation may occur under anaerobic conditions (in the absence of oxygen). OECD Biodegradation Tests:

    Biodegradation Exposure Time Method 10 Day Window 81 % 28 d OECD 301F Test pass 96 % 64 d OECD 306 Test Not applicable

    Indirect Photodegradation with OH Radicals Rate Constant Atmospheric Half-life Method 1.28E-11 cm3/s 10 h Estimated.

    Biological oxygen demand (BOD): BOD 5 BOD 10 BOD 20 BOD 28

    69.000 % 70.000 % 86.000 % Chemical Oxygen Demand: 1.53 mg/mg Theoretical Oxygen Demand: 1.68 mg/mg

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    Bioaccumulative potential Data for Component: Florasulam

    Bioaccumulation: Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3). Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow): -1.22 Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 0.8; Fish; Measured

    Data for Component: Propylene glycol Bioaccumulation: Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF < 100 or Log Pow < 3). Partition coefficient, n-octanol/water (log Pow): -1.07 Measured Bioconcentration Factor (BCF): 0.09; Estimated.

    Mobility in soil Data for Component: Florasulam

    Mobility in soil: Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50). Partition coefficient, soil organic carbon/water (Koc): 4 - 54Henry’s Law Constant (H): 2.29E-05 Pa*m3/mole.; 20 °C

    Data for Component: Propylene glycol Mobility in soil: Given its very low Henry’s constant, volatilization from natural bodies of water or moist soil is not expected to be an important fate process., Potential for mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50). Partition coefficient, soil organic carbon/water (Koc): < 1 Estimated. Henry’s Law Constant (H): 1.2E-08 atm*m3/mole Measured

    13. Disposal Considerations

    If wastes and/or containers cannot be disposed of according to the product label directions, disposal of this material must be in accordance with your local or area regulatory authorities. This information presented below only applies to the material as supplied. The identification based on characteristic(s) or listing may not apply if the material has been used or otherwise contaminated. It is the responsibility of the waste generator to determine the toxicity and physical properties of the material generated to determine the proper waste identification and disposal methods in compliance with applicable regulations. If the material as supplied becomes a waste, follow all applicable regional, national and local laws.

    14. Transport Information TDG Small container NOT REGULATED TDG Large container NOT REGULATED IMDG Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. Technical Name: Florasulam

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    Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III EMS Number: F-A,S-F Marine pollutant.: Yes ICAO/IATA Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. Technical Name: Florasulam Hazard Class: 9 ID Number: UN3082 Packing Group: PG III Cargo Packing Instruction: 964 Passenger Packing Instruction: 964

    15. Regulatory Information Pest Control Products Act Registration Number: ..... 33717 OPAC Schedule: …. N/A Read the approved label, authorized under the Pest Control Products Act, prior to using or handling the pest control product. This chemical is a pest control product registered by Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency and is subject to certain labelling requirements under the Pest Control Products Act. These requirements differ from the classification criteria and hazard information required for GHS-consistent safety data sheets. Following is the hazard information required on the pest control product label:

    CAUTION POISON MAY CAUSE SLIGHT EYE IRRITATION

    WHMIS exempt.

    16. Other Information This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is designed to comply with the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) of classification, and the Hazardous Products Regulations. This SDS provides important health, safety and environmental information for employers, employees, emergency responders and others handling large quantities of the product in activities generally other than product use. The product labeling provides that information specifically for product use as intended.

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    Company and published information is used in the development of this SDS. The information herein is presented in good faith and believed accurate at the date of publication. However, no warranty, expressed or implied, is given. Revisions to the last issue: New. Issue Date: 2020-02-21 Supersedes Date: N/A