SAFETY DATA SHEET
According to Directive 2001/58/EC and U.S. 29 CFR 1910.1200
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Date of Issue: 15 May 2006
Revision Number: 1
Replaces all previous editions
SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
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Product Name: Synonyms: QST 713 AS organic; QRD143AS;
QRD 145AS
Product Use: Fungicide / Bactericide
Manufacturer: AgraQuest, Inc. Distributor: Not Applicable
Address: 1530 Drew Avenue Address:
Davis, California 95618, USA
Telephone: 1.530.750.0150 Telephone: Not Applicable
Emergency Phone: In USA call CHEMTREC 24-hour toll-free hotline at 1.800.424.9300
(CHEMTREC) Outside USA, call 1.703.527.3887 (collect calls accepted)
SECTION 2: COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient: CAS No. Percent
1. Bacillus subtilis, Not Applicable 1.34% (Nominal)
strain QST 713
2. Mixture of inert, Not Applicable to mixtures 98.66%
non-reactive ingredients
Section 2 Notes: This preparation contains no hazardous substances per Directive 67/548/EEC.
SECTION 3: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview: This preparation is not considered to be hazardous to humans or the environment.
Product has very low toxicity via ingestion, skin contact, or inhalation.
Possible Routes of Entry: Inhalation, eyes, and skin
Potential Health Effects from Over-exposure
Skin/ Eye Irritation: Direct contact with skin or eyes may cause mild irritation in some individuals.
Inhalation: Inhalation of spray mist may cause respiratory tract irritation in some individuals.
Section 3 Notes: In the unlikely event that over-exposure occurs, follow first aid measures in section 4.
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SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
General: Remove from source of exposure. If irritation or other signs of toxicity occur, seek medical attention.
Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If present,
remove contact lenses and continue rinsing eye.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Thoroughly wash skin with plenty of soap and water.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call an ambulance, then give artificial respiration.
Ingestion: Call a doctor immediately if a large amount is swallowed. Have person sip a glass of water if able to
swallow. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Note to Physicians and First Aid Providers: This product has low oral, dermal, and inhalation toxicity. Direct
contact with eyes may cause temporary irritation. Provide symptomatic and supportive care as
necessary.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
General: Use methods and protective gear that are appropriate for the conditions and size of the fire.
Extinguishing Media: Use appropriate media for underlying cause and combustibles involved in the fire.
Special Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear according to the conditions and
size of the fire.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirt, pants, waterproof gloves and
shoes with socks.
Methods for Clean Up: Carefully mop or sweep up spill and place in a closed container for disposal. Rinse area
with water.
Section 6 Notes: Refer to section 8 for personal protection and section 13 for disposal considerations.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Use handling procedures that minimize exposure to the product.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place in original container. Keep container closed when not
in use. Do not contaminate other pesticides, fertilizers, water, or feed by storage or disposal.
Section 7 Notes: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid inhalation of spray mist. Wash any
contamination from skin or eyes immediately. Wash hands and exposed skin before eating,
drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
General: Protective clothing should be selected according to the conditions likely to be encountered
in the workplace. Ensure good ventilation. No exposure limits have been established.
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to reduce
airborne exposure at locations/operations where spray mist may be generated.
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SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION continued
Personal Protective Equipment:
Respiratory: Not normally required. However, if needed, use a dust/mist filtering face mask or respirator.
Eyes and Face: Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields.
Hands/Skin: Gloves made from chemically resistant material such as neoprene, vinyl, rubber, or nitrile.
Other Clothing: Wear suitable protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirt, pants, and shoes with socks.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Light to medium brown aqueous dispersion
Odor: Sweet, earthy odor
Melting Point: Approximately 0掳 C (32掳 F)
Boiling Point: 鈮? 100掳 C (鈮? 212掳 F)
1.0 鈥? 1.3 g/cm3
Density:
Solubility in Water: Dispersible in water
pH as Supplied: 4.8 鈥? 6.0
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable, material is non-reactive.
Conditions to Avoid: None that are known.
Materials to Avoid: None that are known.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None that are known.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Possible Routes of Entry: Inhalation, eyes, and skin
Potential Health Effects from Over-exposure
Skin/ Eye Irritation: Direct contact with skin or eyes may cause slight to mild irritation in some individuals.
Inhalation: Inhalation of spray mist may cause respiratory tract irritation in some individuals.
Acute studies on a similar formulation:
Acute Oral LD50 (Rat): > 5,000 mg/kg Eye Irritation (Rabbit): Nonirritant
Acute Dermal LD50 (Rabbit): > 5,000 mg/kg Dermal Irritation (Rabbit): Slight to Mild
Acute Inhalation LD50 (Rat): > 1.4 mg/L (Limit test)
Section 11 Notes: None of the components of this product are listed as carcinogenic by NTP, IARC, or
OSHA.
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SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecological Information: With regard to environmental fate and behavior this product is not expected to impose
any environmental risk.
Ecotoxicity Information: It can be concluded from test results with the technical active ingredient in aquatic
vertebrates and invertebrates, and in various terrestrial vertebrates and invertebrates that
this product is non-toxic to the species tested is not expected to impose any
environmental risk.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Method: Open dumping or burning of this material or its packaging is prohibited. If spilled material
cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, an acceptable method of disposal
is to incinerate in accordance with local, regional, and national environmental regulations.
Empty Container: Completely empty container into application equipment, rinse with water and add rinsate to
application equipment. Dispose of empty container in accordance with applicable
environmental regulations.
Section 13 Notes: Because regulatory requirements are subject to change and acceptable methods of disposal
may vary by location, the appropriate agencies should be contacted for advisement prior to
disposal.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID Class: Not controlled under ADR (Europe)
Land:
IMDG Class: Not controlled under IMDG
Water:
IATA 鈥? DGR Class: Not controlled under IATA
Air:
U.S. DOT: Not Regulated
Other:
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labeling According to EC Directives:
Symbol: Not Required
R-phrases: Not Required
S:phrases: S2 Keep out of reach of children
(Recommended) S 20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S 29/35 Do not empty into drains; dispose of this material and its container in a safe way
U.S. EPA SARA: No acute or chronic health hazards. No fire, release of pressure, or reactivity hazards.
(Title III Hazard
Classification)
U.S. EPA: Registered as a pesticide product.
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION
Reason for Revision: Formatting update. Supersedes MSDS dated: March 26, 2004
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Disclaimer: This document set forth is based on information that AgraQuest, Inc. believes to be accurate. No warranty, expressed or implied,
is intended. The information is provided solely for your information and consideration and AgraQuest assumes no legal
responsibility for use or reliance thereon.
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