MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BIFENTHRIN ALCOHOL
MSDS Ref. No.: 76350-90-8-1
Date Approved: 09/24/2004
Revision No.: 10
This document has been prepared to meet the requirements of the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200; the EC directive, 2001/58/EC and other regulatory requirements. The
information contained herein is for the concentrate as packaged, unless otherwise noted.
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT NAME: BIFENTHRIN ALCOHOL
PRODUCT CODE: 803
ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S): Bifenthrin Alcohol
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Benzyl Alcohol
MOLECULAR FORMULA:
SYNONYMS: FMC 56789; Hydroxymethylbiphenyl: HMPBP; 2-Methyl-(1,1-
biphenyl)-3-methanol; 2-Methyl-3-Biphenylmethanol
MANUFACTURER EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
FMC CORPORATION (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC - U.S.A. & Canada)
Agricultural Products Group (202) 483-7616 (CHEMTREC - All Other Countries)
1735 Market Street (800) 331-3148 (FMC - U.S.A. & Canada)
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (716) 735-3765 (Reverse charges - FMC)
(215) 299 6000 (General Information)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
鈥? White, crystalline solid with no odor.
鈥? Only slightly combustible, BUT may contain up to 2% heptane, a flammable solvent with a flash point
of -3.9掳 (25掳C).
鈥? Under acidic conditions, hazardous polymerization may occur at temperatures above 150掳C (302掳F).
鈥? For large exposures or fire, wear personal protective equipment.
鈥? Keep out of drains and water courses.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Effects from overexposure result from either
swallowing or inhaling this product. Symptoms of overexposure include diarrhea, decreased locomotion
and muscular incoordination.
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MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: None presently known.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS# Wt.% EC No. EC Class
Bifenthrin Alcohol 76350-90-8 98 None Not classified
Heptane 142-82-5 <2 205-563-8 R11-38-50/53-65-67; S2-9-
16-29-33-60-61-62
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation occurs and persists, obtain medical
attention.
SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
INGESTION: Drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If any
discomfort persists, obtain medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulty or discomfort occurs and persists, obtain
medical attention.
NOTES TO MEDICAL DOCTOR: This product has low oral and dermal toxicity. It is
minimally irritating to the eyes and is non-irritating to the skin. It is expected to have low inhalation
toxicity. Treatment is otherwise controlled removal of exposure followed by symptomatic and supportive
care.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, CO2 or dry chemical. Soft stream water fog only if
necessary. Contain all runoff.
FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Slightly combustible. Material may support combustion
at elevated temperatures. This product may contain up to 2% heptane, a flammable solvent with a flash
point of -3.9掳C (25掳F).
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FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Isolate fire area. Evacuate downwind. Wear full
protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not breathe smoke, gases or vapors
generated.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE NOTES: Isolate and post spill area. Wear protective clothing and personal protective
equipment as prescribed in Section 8, "Exposure Controls/Personal Protection". Keep unprotected persons
and animals out of the area.
Keep material out of lakes, streams, ponds and sewer drains. Large spills should be covered to prevent
dispersal. For dry material, use a wet sweeping compound or water to prevent the formation of dust. If
water is used, prevent runoff or dispersion of excess liquid by diking and absorbing with a non-combustible
absorbent such as clay, sand or soil. Vacuum, shovel or pump all waste material, including absorbent, into
a drum and label contents for disposal.
To clean and neutralize spill area, tools and equipment, wash with a solution of soap and water and add the
solution to the drums of waste already collected. Dispose of drummed waste according to the method
outlined in Section 13, "Disposal Considerations".
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated place. Do not use or store
near heat, open flame or hot surfaces. Store in original containers only. Do not contaminate other materials,
or allow this material to be contaminated, by improper storage or handling.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Chemical Name ACGIH OSHA Supplier
Heptane 500 ppm (STEL) 500 ppm (PEL)
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use local exhaust at all process locations where vapor or
mist may be emitted. Ventilate all transport vehicles prior to unloading.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES AND FACE: For dust exposure, wear chemical protective goggles or a face shield
with safety glasses.
RESPIRATORY: For dust exposure wear, as a minimum, a properly fitted half-face air-
purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridges (approved by U.S. NIOSH/MSHA, EU CEN or
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comparable certification organization) and dust prefilter or combination organic vapor/acid gas -
dust, mist and fume cartridge. Respirator use and selection must be based on airborne
concentrations.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Depending upon concentrations encountered, wear
coveralls or long-sleeved uniform and head covering. Launder all work clothing before reuse
(separately from household laundry).
GLOVES: Wear chemical protective gloves made of materials such as neoprene. Thoroughly
wash the outside of gloves with soap and water prior to removal. Inspect regularly for leaks.
WORK HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Clean water should be available for washing in case of
eye or skin contamination. Wash skin prior to eating, drinking or using tobacco. Shower at the end of the
workday.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Odorless
ODOR:
White crystalline solid
APPEARANCE:
177 掳C (351 掳F) (PMCC)
FLASH POINT:
72 - 72.5掳C (162 - 162.5掳F)
MELTING POINT:
198.25
MOLECULAR WEIGHT:
2% maximum (heptane)
PERCENT VOLATILE:
65.7 mg/L @ 25掳C
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
1.00114 g/cm3 @ 27掳C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Excessive heat and fire. Strong acids and oxidizing
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
agents.
Slightly reactive with strong acids.
STABILITY:
May occur at temperatures above 150掳C (302掳F)
POLYMERIZATION:
under acidic conditions.
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, biphenyl.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE EFFECTS: Minimally irritating
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SKIN EFFECTS: Non-irritating
DERMAL LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg (rabbit)
ORAL LD50: 2,219 mg/kg (rat)
ACUTE EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: This product has low oral and dermal
toxicity. It is minimally irritating to the eyes and is non-irritating to the skin. It is expected to have low
inhalation toxicity. Signs of toxicity in laboratory animals exposed to bifenthrin alcohol included decreased
locomotion, recumbency, prostration, ataxia, abdominogenital staining, and diarrhea. Inhalation exposure to
heptane may produce signs of toxicity including dizziness, vertigo, incoordination, hallucinations and
narcosis. Heptane may be irritating to the respiratory tract.
CHRONIC EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: No data available for the
formulation. Prolonged or repeated skin contact with heptane produces dryness, cracking and irritation of
the skin.
CARCINOGENICITY:
NTP: Not listed
IARC: Not listed
OSHA: Not listed
OTHER: Not Listed (ACGIH)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA: The environmental fate of this product is not known. Exercise
care to avoid contamination of the environment.
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: The potential effects of exposure of fish
and wildlife to this product are not known. Exercise care to avoid contamination of the environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: Open dumping or burning of this material or its packaging is prohibited.
If spilled material cannot be recovered and reused, an acceptable method of disposal is to incinerate in
accordance with local, state and national laws and regulations. However, because acceptable methods of
disposal may vary by location, and regulatory requirements may change, the appropriate agencies should be
contacted prior to disposal.
EMPTY CONTAINER: Non-returnable containers that held this material should be cleaned,
prior to disposal, by triple rinsing. Containers which held this material may be cleaned by being triple-
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rinsed, and recycled, with the rinsate being incinerated. Do not cut or weld metal containers. Vapors that
form may create an explosion hazard.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
This material is not a hazardous material as
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
defined by US Department of
Transportation at 49 CFR Parts 100 through
185.
Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
This material is not a hazardous material as
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
defined by US Department of
Transportation at 49 CFR Parts 100 through
185.
INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
This chemical is not a dangerous good as
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
defined by the International Maritime
Dangerous Goods Code.
ADR - EUROPEAN AGREEMENT CONCERNING THE
INTERNATIONAL CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS BY ROAD
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
This chemical is not a dangerous good as
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
defined by ADR.
INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION (ICAO) /
INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION (IATA)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
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This chemical is not a dangerous good as
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
defined in ICAO and the International Air
Transport Association Dangerous Goods
Regulations.
OTHER INFORMATION:
HARMONIZED SYSTEM
Import to the U.S.A.: 2906.29.6000
Export from the U.S.A.: 2906.29.0000
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
UNITED STATES
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)
SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355, APPENDIX A):
Not listed
SECTION 311 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370):
Immediate, Delayed
SECTION 312 THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY (40 CFR 370):
The Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for this product, if treated as a mixture, is 10,000 lbs;
however, this product contains the following ingredients with a TPQ of less than 10,000 lbs.:
None
SECTION 313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS (40 CFR 372):
There are no ingredients in this product which are subject to Section 313 reporting
requirements.
CERCLA (COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND
LIABILITY ACT)
CERCLA DESIGNATION & REPORTABLE QUANTITIES (RQ) (40 CFR 302.4):
Not listed
INTERNATIONAL LISTINGS
Australian Hazard Code: 3XE
HAZARD, RISK AND SAFETY PHRASE DESCRIPTIONS:
Heptane, (Index #601-008-00-2):
EC Symbols: F (Highly Flammable)
Xn (Harmful)
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Xi (Irritant)
N (Dangerous for the environment)
EC Risk Phrases: R11 (Highly flammable)
R38 (Irritating to skin)
R50/53 (Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.)
R65 (Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.)
R67 (Vapors may cause drowsiness and dizziness.)
EC Safety Phrases: S2 (Keep out of the reach of children.)
S9 (Keep container in a well-ventilated place.)
S16 (Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.)
S29 (Do not empty into drains.)
S33 (Take precautionary measures against static discharges.)
S60 (This material and its container must be disposed of as
hazardous waste)
S61 (Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions/safety data sheets.)
S62 (If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
REVISION SUMMARY:
This MSDS replaces Revision #9, dated May 15, 2000.
Changes in information are as follows:
New Format, as well as:
Section 3 (Composition / Information on Ingredients)
Section 14 (Transport Information)
Section 16 (Other Information)
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use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Further, since the conditions and methods of use
are beyond the control of FMC Corporation, FMC Corporation expressly disclaims any and all liability as
to any results obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
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