MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prepared to U.S. OSHA, CMA, ANSI and Canadian WHMIS Standards
PART I What is the material and what do I need to know in an emergency?
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
TRADE NAME (AS LABELED): EF300 INSECTICIDE, EF400 FUNGICIDE & DUOGARD
CHEMICAL NAME/CLASS: Natural Herbal Oils Mixture
PRODUCT USE: Organic Insecticide and Fungicide
SUPPLIER/MANUFACTURER'S NAME: USAgritech, Inc.
ADDRESS: 179 Niblick Road, Suite 405
Paso Robles, CA 93446
EMERGENCY PHONE: 1-888-268-8724
BUSINESS PHONE: (805) 226-0775
WEBSITE: www.usagritech.com
DATE OF PREPARATION: June 14, 2006
DATE OF REVISION: January 15, 2008
2. COMPOSITION and INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # % w/v
EF300 INSECTICIDE â™? Active Ingredients Include:
Malic Acid 6915-15-7 3.3%
Cinnamon & Cinnamon Oil 8015-91-6 3.5%
Thyme Oil 8007-46-3 3.7%
Peppermint 8006-90-4 4.5%
Sesame & Sesame Oil 8008-74-0 5.2%
Rosemary 8000-25-7 5.4%
Other Inert Ingredients Balance
EF400 FUNGICIDE â™? Active Ingredients Include:
Malic Acid 6915-15-7 3.3%
Peppermint 8006-90-4 5.7%
Rosemary 8000-25-7 6.1%
Cloves & Clove Oil 8015-97-2 6.2%
Other Inert Ingredients Balance
DUOGARD â™? Active Ingredients Include:
Cinnamon Oil 8015-91-6 1.2%
Thyme Oil 8007-46-3 1.2%
Sesame & Sesame Oil 8008-74-0 1.6%
Malic Acid 6915-15-7 3.3%
Cloves & Clove Oil 8015-97-2 4.3%
Peppermint 8006-90-4 5.5%
Rosemary 8000-25-7 6.0%
Other Inert Ingredients Balance
See Section 16 for Definitions of Terms Used
NOTE: ALL WHMIS required information is included in appropriate sections based on the ANSI Z400.1-2004 format. These products have been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the
CPR and the MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
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3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: Product Description: These products are light tan-colored viscous liquids with an
herbal odor. Health Hazards: These products present a slight health hazard (in terms of irritation of contaminated
skin, eyes, or mucous membranes). These products contain some components which may cause allergic
reactions by skin contact in susceptible individuals. Ingestion may lead to severe anaphylactic reactions in persons
allergic to Sesame Oils. Flammability Hazards: These products are not flammable or combustible. Reactivity
Hazards: These products are not reactive. Environmental Hazards: These products have been tested and do
not pose harm to the environment. Emergency Response Considerations: Emergency responders must wear
the personal protective equipment suitable for the situation to which they are responding.
SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE BY ROUTE OF EXPOSURE:
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
The chief routes of overexposure to these products are via contact
with skin or eyes. The symptoms of overexposure, via route of
entry, are as follows:
(BLUE) 2*
HEALTH HAZARD
INHALATION: Inhalation of sprays, aerosols, or mists of these
products in undiluted form is unlikely due to the high viscosity. If
diluted, sprays or mists may be irritating to the nose, throat and
exposed mucous membranes. Symptoms of such exposure may
include coughing, sneezing, and sore throat. Symptoms are FLAMMABILITY HAZARD (RED) 0
generally alleviated when overexposure ends.
CONTACT WITH SKIN or EYES: In most individuals, skin contact
is not expected to cause significant adverse effects. Prolonged
contact with skin may cause irritation and reddening of exposed PHYSICAL HAZARD (YELLOW) 0
tissue. The Clove Oil and Sesame Oil components of these
products are potential skin allergens. Skin contact can lead to the
development of allergy-like symptoms (e.g., dermatitis) in
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
susceptible individuals. Direct contact with eyes will lead to tearing,
pain, reddening, and irritation.
SKIN ABSORPTION: The Cinnamon component of these products EYES HANDS BODY
RESPIRATORY
can be absorbed via intact skin. Except for individuals who are
susceptible to allergic reactions of some components, this route of
SEE SECTION 8
exposure is not expected to be significant. SEE SECTION 8
INGESTION: Though not a likely route of occupational exposure,
ingestion can lead to irritation of the throat, esophagus, and other For Routine Industrial Use and Handling Applications
tissues of the digestive system. Symptoms of such exposure may
include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Due to the Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate
3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic hazard
presence of Sesame Oil, ingestion of these products may cause
allergic reaction, which can be severe in certain individuals,
including the possibility of severe, potentially fatal, anaphylactic reactions and shock. Symptoms can include severe
asthma and difficulty breathing which can be fatal if not treated immediately.
INJECTION: Injection of these products, via puncture with a contaminated object, will lead to a burning sensation,
reddening, and swelling around the site of injection.
HEALTH EFFECTS OR RISKS FROM EXPOSURE: An Explanation in Lay Terms.
ACUTE: Transient exposure to these products is not expected to cause significant adverse affects in most persons.
Ingestion of these products may cause life-threatening anaphylactic reactions or shock in persons allergic to Sesame
Oil.
CHRONIC: Exposures to these products via skin contact may lead to dermatitis and other allergy-like skin reactions in
susceptible individuals.
TARGET ORGANS: ACUTE: Skin, eyes, gastrointestinal system. CHRONIC: Skin, respiratory system.
PART II What should I do if a hazardous situation occurs?
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Persons who experience adverse reactions to these products should be taken for medical attention. Take a copy of
the label and MSDS to physician or health professional with victim.
SKIN EXPOSURE: If product contaminates the skin and adverse effect occurs, immediately decontaminate the
affected area with running water. The minimum recommended flushing time is at least 15 minutes. If necessary,
remove exposed or contaminated clothing, taking care not to contaminate eyes.
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4. FIRST-AID MEASURES (Continued)
EYE EXPOSURE: If product contacts the eyes rinse eyes thoroughly. If irritation occurs, open victim's eyes while
under gently running water. Use sufficient force to open eyelids and then "roll" while flushing eyes. Minimum flushing
is for 15 minutes if the exposure has resulted in an adverse effect, seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Although unlikely due to viscosity, if vapors, mists or sprays of these products are inhaled, remove the
victim to fresh air. If necessary, use artificial respiration to support vital functions. Seek medical attention if adverse
effect continues after removal to fresh air.
INGESTION: If product is swallowed, CALL PHYSICIAN OR POISON CONTROL CENTER FOR MOST CURRENT
INFORMATION. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING, unless directed by medical personnel. Have victim rinse mouth with
water, if conscious. Never induce vomiting or give diluents (milk or water) to someone who is unconscious, having
convulsions, or unable to swallow. If vomiting occurs naturally, position head lower than chest area in order to prevent
aspiration into the lungs.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Preexisting respiratory problems, dermatitis, other skin
disorders, and conditions involving the Target Organs (See Section 3, Hazard Identification) can be aggravated by
exposure to these products.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO PHYSICIANS: Treat symptoms and eliminate overexposure.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: Not applicable.
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: Not applicable. NFPA RATING
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (in air by volume, %):
FLAMMABILITY
Lower (LEL): Not applicable.
Upper (UEL): Not applicable.
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MATERIALS: 0
Water Spray: YES Carbon Dioxide: YES
Foam: YES Dry Chemical: YES 2 0
HEALTH INSTABILITY
Halon: YES Other: Any "ABC" Class.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: When involved in a fire
and exposed to extremely high temperatures, these products will
decompose to produce irritating vapors and toxic gases (e.g., carbon
OTHER
oxides). These products contain potential skin sensitizers and so pose a
possible contact hazard to fire-fighters.
Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 =
Explosion Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: Not applicable. Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe
Explosion Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Not applicable.
SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Incipient fire responders should wear eye protection. Structural
firefighters must wear Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus and full protective equipment. If possible, prevent runoff
water from entering storm drains, bodies of water, or other environmentally sensitive areas.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE RESPONSE: In case of a release, clear the affected area and protect people. Uncontrolled releases
should be responded to by appropriately trained personnel in proper personal protective equipment, using pre-planned
procedures. In terms of small, incidental releases (e.g., 1 gallon from a leaking container), the minimum personal
protective equipment should be as follows: gloves, goggles, and appropriate body protection (e.g., boots, Tyvek suit).
For large releases (e.g. 55-gallon drum), the minimum personal protective equipment should be Level C: triple-gloves
(rubber gloves and nitrile gloves, over latex gloves), appropriate body protection and boots, hard-hat, and an Air-
Purifying respirator with a high-efficiency particulate filter. In the event of a spill in which excessive amounts of mists
are generated, or one in which the level of oxygen is below 19.5% or is unknown, the minimum equipment should be
Level B: triple-gloves (rubber gloves and nitrile gloves, over latex gloves), chemically resistant suit and boots, hard-hat,
and Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. If necessary, dike the spill to prevent releases from contaminating
environmentally sensitive areas. Absorb spilled liquid with polypads or other suitable absorbent materials. Rinse area
thoroughly with water. Decontaminate the area thoroughly. Place all spill residues in an appropriate container and
seal. Reuse these products, or dispose of in accordance U.S. Federal, State, or local procedures and appropriate
Canadian standards (see Section 13, Disposal Considerations).
PART III How can I prevent hazardous situations from occurring?
7. HANDLING and STORAGE
WORK AND HYGIENE PRACTICES: As with all chemicals, avoid getting these products ON YOU or IN YOU. Wash
thoroughly after handling these products. Do not eat, drink, smoke, or apply cosmetics while handling these products.
Avoid breathing vapors or mists generated by these products when in dilute form. Remove contaminated clothing
immediately.
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7. HANDLING and STORAGE (Continued)
STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES -- NON-BULK CONTAINERS: All employees who handle these products
should be trained to handle them safely. Open containers and drums slowly, on a stable surface. Open drum bunks
carefully, to relieve any pressure build-up, which may have developed during storage. All containers of these products
must be properly labeled. Empty containers may contain residual amounts of product; therefore, empty containers
should be handled with care. Store containers in a cool, dry location, away from direct sunlight, sources of intense
heat, or where freezing is possible. Store away from incompatible materials (see Section 10, Stability and Reactivity).
Material should be stored in secondary containers or in a diked area, as appropriate. Keep container tightly closed
when not in use. Inspect all incoming containers before storage to ensure that containers are properly labeled and are
not damaged.
STORAGE AND HANDLING PRACTICES -- BULK CONTAINERS: Bulk containers (e.g., 250 gallon "mini-bulk"
tanks) holding these products should be loaded and unloaded in strict accordance with container manufacturer’s
recommendation and all established on-site safety procedures. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be
used (see Section 8, Personal Protection). All transfer and dilution equipment must be inspected prior to each use.
Transfer and dilution operations must be attended at all times. Hoses must be verified to be clean and free of
incompatible chemicals prior to connection to the tank. Valves and hoses must be verified to be in the correct
positions prior to starting transfer and dilution operations.
PROTECTIVE PRACTICES DURING MAINTENANCE OF CONTAMINATED EQUIPMENT: Follow practices
indicated in Section 6 (Accidental Release Measures). Make certain that application equipment is locked and tagged-
out safely, if necessary. Collect all rinsates and dispose of in accordance U.S. Federal, State, or local procedures and
appropriate Canadian standards (see Section 13, Disposal Considerations).
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS - PERSONAL PROTECTION
VENTILATION AND ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use with adequate ventilation to prevent inhalation. Eyewash
stations/safety showers should be near areas where these products are used or sprayed.
EXPOSURE LIMITS/GUIDELINES:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS # EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR
ACGIH-TLVs OSHA-PELs NIOSH-RELs NIOSH AIHA WEELs OTHER
TWA STEL TWA STEL TWA STEL IDLH TWA STEL
mg/m3 mg/m3
mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3 mg/m3
Cinnamon & Cinnamon Oil 8015-91-6 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Cloves & Clove Oil 8015-97-2 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Malic Acid 6915-15-7 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Peppermint & Peppermint Oil 8006-90-4 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Rosemary & Rosemary Oil 8000-25-7 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Sesame Oil 8008-74-0 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
Thyme & Thyme Oil 78007-46-3 NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE NE
NE = Not Established. See Section 16 for Definitions of Terms Used.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use NIOSH approved respirators if ventilation is inadequate to control mists of
diluted product. Maintain airborne contaminate concentrations below guidelines listed in this Section. If respiratory
protection is needed, use only protection authorized in the U.S. Federal OSHA Standard (29 CFR 1910.134),
applicable U.S. State regulations, or the Canadian CSA Standard Z94.4-93 and applicable standards of Canadian
Provinces. Oxygen levels below 19.5% are considered IDLH by OSHA. In such atmospheres, use of a full-facepiece
pressure/demand SCBA or a full facepiece, supplied air respirator with auxiliary self-contained air supply is required
under OSHA’s Respiratory Protection Standard (1910.134-1998).
EYE PROTECTION: Splash goggles or safety glasses. Wear a face shield when using more than 1 gallon of this
product. If necessary, refer to U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.133 or the Canadian CSA Standard Z94.3-02, Industrial
Eye and Face Protectors.
HAND PROTECTION: Wear rubber gloves for routine industrial use. Resistance of specific materials can vary from
product to product. Evaluate resistance under conditions of use and maintain clothing carefully. Use triple gloves
for spill response, as stated in Section 6 (Accidental Release Measures) of this MSDS. If necessary, refer to U.S.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.138.
BODY PROTECTION: Use body protection appropriate for task. Clothing such as protective coveralls with long
sleeves and full-length legs is suggested. Full-body chemical protective clothing is recommended for emergency
response procedures. If necessary, refer to the OSHA Technical Manual (Section VII: Personal Protective
Equipment). If a hazard of injury to the feet exists due to falling objects, rolling objects, where objects may pierce the
soles of the feet or where employee’s feet may be exposed to electrical hazards, use foot protection, as described in
U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.136 and the Canadian CSA Standard Z195-02, Protective Footwear.
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9. PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
RELATIVE VAPOR DENSITY (air = 1): Not established EVAPORATION RATE (n-BuAc = 1): Not established.
DENSITY: Not established. MELTING/FREEZING POINT: Not established.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Completely soluble. BOILING POINT: Not established.
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not established. pH: 7.0
ODOR THRESHOLD: Not established.
COEFFICIENT OF OIL/WATER DISTRIBUTION (PARTITION COEFFICIENT): Not established.
APPEARANCE, ODOR and COLOR: These products are light tan-colored, viscous liquids with an herbal odor.
HOW TO DETECT THIS SUBSTANCE (warning properties): The odor may be a distinguishing characteristic to
identify these products if accidentally released.
10. STABILITY and REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under conditions of normal temperature and pressure. May decompose or discolor upon
prolonged exposure to air or heat.
DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: When exposed to extremely high temperatures, these products will decompose to
produce irritating vapors and toxic gases (e.g., carbon oxides).
MATERIALS WITH WHICH SUBSTANCE IS INCOMPATIBLE: Strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Exposure to extreme temperatures and incompatible materials.
PART IV Is there any other useful information about this material?
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY DATA: The specific toxicology data available for active ingredient components greater than 1% in
concentration are as follows.
CINNAMON OIL: BUD OIL: SESAME OIL:
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Human) 100% LD50 (Oral-Rat) 2650 mg/kg Standard Draize Test (Skin-Human) 300 mg/3
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Mouse) 100%: Mild LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) 5 gm/kg days-intermittent: Mild
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Rabbit) 500 mg/24 TDLo (Oral-Rat) 150 mg/kg/30 days-intermittent: LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Mouse) > 50 gm/kg
hours: Severe Blood: changes in serum composition (e.g. TP, LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) > 2 gm/kg
LD50 (Intravenous-Rabbit) 678 µg/kg
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 2800 mg/kg bilirubin, cholesterol); Blood: other changes,
LD50 (Oral-Mouse) 2670 mg/kg changes in erythrocyte (RBC) count TDLo (Subcutaneous-Rat) 8 mL/kg: Blood:
LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Mouse) 500 mg/kg: Vascular: TDLo (Oral-Rat) 150 mg/kg/30 days-intermittent: changes in serum composition (e.g. TP, bilirubin,
BP lowering not characterized in autonomic Biochemical: Enzyme inhibition, induction, or cholesterol); Biochemical: Enzyme inhibition,
section; Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration: acute change in blood or tissue levels: phosphatases, induction, or change in blood or tissue levels:
pulmonary edema, respiratory stimulation other oxidoreductases, transaminases multiple enzyme effects, Metabolism
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) 320 mg/kg DNA Repair (Bacteria-Bacillus subtilis) 30 µL/disc (Intermediary): lipids including transport
DNA Repair (Bacteria-Bacillus subtilis) 600 µg/disc STEM OIL: TDLo (Subcutaneous-Mouse) 2000 mg/kg/1 week-
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 2020 mg/kg intermittent: Tumorigenic: carcinogenic by
CLOVE OILS, LEAF, BUD, STEM:
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) > 5 gm/kg\ RTECS criteria; Skin and Appendages: tumors
LEAF OIL:
PEPPERMINT OIL: TDLo (Subcutaneous-Mouse) 2000 mg/kg/1 week-
TDLo (Oral-Human) 1 gm/kg:
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 2650 mg/kg intermittent: Tumorigenic: equivocal tumorigenic
Kidney/Ureter/Bladder: proteinuria; Endocrine:
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) > 5000 mg/kg agent by RTECS criteria; Skin and Appendages:
ketosis; Nutritional and Gross Metabolic:
MALIC ACID: tumors
metabolic acidosis
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Rabbit) 20 mg/24 Specific Locus Test (Insect-Oral-Drosophila
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Mouse) 100%
hours: Moderate melanogaster) 12 pph/48 hours-continuous
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Rabbit) 500 mg/24
Standard Draize Test (Eye-Rabbit) 750 µg/24 THYME OIL:
hours: Severe
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Mouse) 100%: Severe
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Pig) 100% hours: Severe
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Rabbit) 500 mg/24
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 1370 mg/kg LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Rat) 100 mg/kg
hours: Severe
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) 1200 mg/kg LD50 (Intraperitoneal-Mouse) 50 mg/kg
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 2840 mg/kg
LD50 (Oral-Mouse) 1600 mg/kg
LD50 (Unreported-Mouse) 1250 mg/kg
ROSEMARY OIL:
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) > 5 gm/kg
Standard Draize Test (Skin-Rabbit) 500 mg/24
DNA Repair (Bacteria-Bacillus subtilis) 2 mg/disc
hours: Moderate
LD50 (Oral-Rat) 5 gm/kg
LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) > 10 gm/kg
CANCER INFORMATION: The components of these products are not found on the following lists: U.S. FEDERAL
OSHA Z LIST, NTP, IARC, and CAL/OSHA and therefore are neither considered to be nor suspected to be cancer-
causing agents by these agencies
IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT: These products can be irritating to contaminated tissue upon prolonged or repeated
exposure.
SENSITIZATION TO THE PRODUCT: The Clove Oil and Sesame Oil components of these products are potential
skin sensitizers. Prolonged or repeated skin contact can result in the development of allergy-like skin reactions (e.g.,
dermatitis, rashes) in susceptible individuals.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION: Listed below is information concerning the effects of these products
and their components on the human reproductive system.
Mutagenicity: The components of these products are not reported to produce mutagenic effects in humans.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Continued)
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY INFORMATION (continued):
Embryotoxicity: The components of these products are not reported to produce embryotoxic effects in humans.
Teratogenicity: The components of these products are not reported to cause teratogenic effects in humans.
Reproductive Toxicity: The components of these products are not reported to cause reproductive effects in humans.
A mutagen is a chemical, which causes permanent changes to genetic material (DNA) such that the changes will propagate
through generational lines. An embryotoxin is a chemical, which causes damage to a developing embryo (i.e. within the first
eight weeks of pregnancy in humans), but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A teratogen is a chemical,
which causes damage to a developing fetus, but the damage does not propagate across generational lines. A reproductive toxin
is any substance, which interferes in any way with the reproductive process.
ACGIH BIOLOGICAL EXPOSURE INDICES: Currently, there are no ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs)
determined for the components of these products.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
WORK PRACTICES MUST PREVENT UNINTENTIONAL, ENVIRONMENTAL RELEASES.
ENVIRONMENTAL STABILITY: The components of these products will decompose over time to generate other
organic compounds.
EFFECT OF MATERIAL ON PLANTS or ANIMALS: These products may be irritating to contaminated animals in its
concentrate form. These products are designed to kill specific pests and diseases to plants, but will not cause harm to
plants.
EFFECT OF CHEMICAL ON AQUATIC LIFE: These products have been tested for aquatic toxicity. Test results
indicate these products will not cause harm to an aquatic environment. The following data are results from this testing:
LC50 (fathead minnow) 96 hours = > 750 mg/L
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
PREPARING WASTES FOR DISPOSAL: Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate U.S. Federal,
State, and local regulations or those of Canada and its Provinces. These products, if unaltered by use, may be
disposed of by treatment at a permitted facility or as advised by your local hazardous waste regulatory authority.
U.S. EPA WASTE NUMBER: Not applicable.
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT HAZARDOUS, PER 49 CFR 172.101, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not Regulated
HAZARD CLASS NUMBER and DESCRIPTION: Not Applicable
UN IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: Not Applicable
PACKING GROUP: Not Applicable
DOT LABEL(S) REQUIRED: Not Applicable
NORTH AMERICAN EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDE NUMBER (2004): Not Applicable
MARINE POLLUTANT: No component of these products is listed as a DOT Marine Pollutant (49 CFR 172.101,
Appendix B).
TRANSPORT CANADA TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS REGULATIONS: These products are
NOT classified as dangerous goods, per regulations of Transport Canada.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL U.S. REGULATIONS:
U.S. SARA REPORTING REQUIREMENTS: The components of these products are not subject to the reporting
requirements of Sections 302, 304 and 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization.
U.S. SARA THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY: There are no specific Threshold Planning Quantities for any
component of these products. The default Federal MSDS submission and inventory requirement filing threshold of
10,000 lbs. (4,540 kg) may apply, per 40 CFR 370.20.
U.S. CERCLA REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ): Not applicable.
U.S. TSCA INVENTORY STATUS: The components of these products are listed on the TSCA Inventory.
OTHER U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS: These products are registered as exempt under FIFRA regulations, per
FIFRA 25(b).
CALIFORNIA SAFE DRINKING WATER AND TOXIC ENFORCEMENT ACT (PROPOSITION 65): No component of
these products is on the California Proposition 65 lists.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (Continued)
ADDITIONAL U.S. REGULATIONS (continued):
ANSI LABELING (Z129.1, Provided to Summarize Occupational Hazard Information): CAUTION! MAY CAUSE
SKIN, EYE IRRITATION. SKIN CONTACT MAY RESULT IN ALLERGIC REACTIONS IN SUSCEPTIBLE
INDIVIDUALS. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED; MAY CAUSE ANAPHYLATIC REACTION OR SHOCK IN PERSONS
ALLERGIC TO SESAME OILS. FOR AGRICULTURAL USE ONLY. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. WEAR
GLOVES, SAFETY GOGGLES, AND APPROPRIATE BODY PROTECTION. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing. Avoid prolonged skin contact. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use in well-ventilated area. FIRST-AID: In
case of skin or eye contact, flush with copious amounts of water. Recommended flushing time is for 15 minutes. If
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If ingested, do not induce vomiting. If adverse reactions occur, get medical attention. IN
CASE OF FIRE: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or "alcohol" foam. IN CASE OF SPILL: Absorb with an inert
material (i.e. polypads), then place in a suitable container. Dispose of waste material according to all State, Federal
and local regulations. Consult Material Safety Data Sheet for additional information.
ADDITIONAL CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
CANADIAN DSL/NDSL INVENTORY STATUS: The components of these products are on the DSL/NDSL Lists.
OTHER CANADIAN REGULATIONS: Not applicable.
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (CEPA) PRIORITIES SUBSTANCES LISTS: Not
applicable
CANADIAN WHMIS CLASSIFICATION and SYMBOLS:
Class D2B: Other Toxic Effects - Sensitization
16. OTHER INFORMATION
PREPARED BY: CHEMICAL SAFETY ASSOCIATES, Inc.
PO Box 3519, La Mesa, CA 91944-3519
(800) 441-3365 / (619) 670-0609
DATE OF PRINTING: January 16, 2008
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate. However, no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or
the results to be obtained from the use thereof. USAgritech, Inc. assumes no responsibility for injury to the vendee or third persons proximately caused by the
material if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Additionally, USAgritech, Inc. assumes no responsibility for injury to
vendee or third persons proximately caused by abnormal use of the material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Furthermore, vendee assumes
the risk in his use of the material.
DEFINITIONS OF TERMS
A large number of abbreviations and acronyms appear on a MSDS. Some of these, which are commonly used, include the following:
CAS #: This is the Chemical Abstract Service Number that uniquely identifies each EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR (continued):
constituent. DFG MAK Germ Cell Mutagen Categories (continued): 4: Not applicable
EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR: (Category 4 carcinogenic substances are those with non-genotoxic mechanisms of
action. By definition, germ cell mutagens are genotoxic. Therefore, a Category 4
CEILING LEVEL: The concentration that shall not be exceeded during any part of
for germ cell mutagens cannot apply. At some time in the future, it is conceivable
the working exposure.
that a Category 4 could be established for genotoxic substances with primary
CAS #: This is the Chemical Abstract Service Number that uniquely identifies each
targets other than DNA [e.g. purely aneugenic substances] if research results make
constituent.
this seem sensible.) 5: Germ cell mutagens, the potency of which is considered to
EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR:
be so low that, provided the MAK value is observed, their contribution to genetic
ACGIH - American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, a
risk for humans is expected not to be significant.
professional association which establishes exposure limits. TLV - Threshold Limit
DFG MAK Pregnancy Risk Group Classification: Group A: A risk of damage to
Value - an airborne concentration of a substance which represents conditions
the developing embryo or fetus has been unequivocally demonstrated. Exposure
under which it is generally believed that nearly all workers may be repeatedly
of pregnant women can lead to damage of the developing organism, even when
exposed without adverse effect. The duration must be considered, including the 8-
MAK and BAT (Biological Tolerance Value for Working Materials) values are
hour Time Weighted Average (TWA), the 15-minute Short Term Exposure Limit,
observed. Group B: Currently available information indicates a risk of damage to
and the instantaneous Ceiling Level (C). Skin absorption effects must also be
the developing embryo or fetus must be considered to be probable. Damage to the
considered.
developing organism cannot be excluded when pregnant women are exposed,
DFG MAK Germ Cell Mutagen Categories: 1: Germ cell mutagens which have
even when MAK and BAT values are observed. Group C: There is no reason to
been shown to increase the mutant frequency in the progeny of exposed humans.
fear a risk of damage to the developing embryo or fetus when MAK and BAT
2: Germ cell mutagens which have been shown to increase the mutant frequency
values are observed. Group D: Classification in one of the groups A-C is not yet
in the progeny of exposed mammals. 3A: Substances which have been shown to
possible because, although the data available may indicate a trend, they are not
induce genetic damage in germ cells of human of animals, or which produce
sufficient for final evaluation.
mutagenic effects in somatic cells of mammals in vivo and have been shown to
IDLH-Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health: This level represents a
reach the germ cells in an active form. 3B: Substances which are suspected of
concentration from which one can escape within 30-minutes without suffering
being germ cell mutagens because of their genotoxic effects in mammalian somatic
escape-preventing or permanent injury.
cell in vivo; in exceptional cases, substances for which there are no in vivo data,
LOQ: Limit of Quantitation.
but which are clearly mutagenic in vitro and structurally related to known in vivo
MAK: Federal Republic of Germany Maximum Concentration Values in the
mutagens.
workplace.
NE: Not Established. When no exposure guidelines are established, an entry of
NE is made for reference.
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DEFINITIONS OF TERMS (Continued)
EXPOSURE LIMITS IN AIR (continued): HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
NIC: Notice of Intended Change. HAZARD RATINGS (continued):
NIOSH CEILING: The exposure that shall not be exceeded during any part of the FLAMMABILITY HAZARD (continued):
workday. If instantaneous monitoring is not feasible, the ceiling shall be assumed 1 (continued): Materials in this degree produce hazardous atmospheres with air
as a 15-minute TWA exposure (unless otherwise specified) that shall not be under almost all ambient temperatures, or, unaffected by ambient temperature, are
exceeded at any time during a workday. readily ignited under almost all conditions, including: Liquids having a flash point
NIOSH RELs: NIOSH’s Recommended Exposure Limits.
below 22.8°C [73°F] and having a boiling point at or above 38°C [100°F] and below
PEL-Permissible Exposure Limit: OSHA’s Permissible Exposure Limits. This
37.8°C [100°F] [e.g. OSHA Class IB and IC]; Materials that on account of their
exposure value means exactly the same as a TLV, except that it is enforceable by
physical form or environmental conditions can form explosive mixtures with air and
OSHA. The OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits are based in the 1989 PELs and
are readily dispersed in air [e.g., dusts of combustible solids, mists or droplets of
the June, 1993 Air Contaminants Rule (Federal Register: 58: 35338-35351 and 58:
flammable liquids]; Materials that burn extremely rapidly, usually by reason of self-
40191). Both the current PELs and the vacated PELs are indicated. The phrase,
contained oxygen [e.g. dry nitrocellulose and many organic peroxides]); 4 (Severe
“Vacated 1989 PEL,� is placed next to the PEL that was vacated by Court Order.
Hazard-Materials that will rapidly or completely vaporize at atmospheric pressure
SKIN: Used when a there is a danger of cutaneous absorption.
and normal ambient temperature or that are readily dispersed in air, and which will
STEL-Short Term Exposure Limit: Short Term Exposure Limit, usually a 15-
burn readily, including: Flammable gases; Flammable cryogenic materials; Any
minute time-weighted average (TWA) exposure that should not be exceeded at any
liquid or gaseous material that is liquid while under pressure and has a flash point
time during a workday, even if the 8-hr TWA is within the TLV-TWA, PEL-TWA or
below 22.8°C [73°F] and a boiling point below 37.8°C [100°F] [e.g. OSHA Class IA;
REL-TWA.
Material that ignite spontaneously when exposed to air at a temperature of 54.4°C
TLV-Threshold Limit Value: An airborne concentration of a substance that
[130°F] or below [e.g. pyrophoric]).
represents conditions under which it is generally believed that nearly all workers
PHYSICAL HAZARD:
may be repeatedly exposed without adverse effect. The duration must be
0 (Water Reactivity: Materials that do not react with water. Organic Peroxides:
considered, including the 8-hour.
Materials that are normally stable, even under fire conditions and will not react with
TWA-Time Weighted Average: Time Weighted Average exposure concentration
water. Explosives: Substances that are Non-Explosive. Unstable Compressed
for a conventional 8-hr (TLV, PEL) or up to a 10-hr (REL) workday and a 40-hr
Gases: No Rating. Pyrophorics: No Rating. Oxidizers: No �0� rating allowed.
workweek.
Unstable Reactives: Substances that will not polymerize, decompose, condense or
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM self-react.); 1 (Water Reactivity: Materials that change or decompose upon
HAZARD RATINGS: This rating system was developed by the National exposure to moisture. Organic Peroxides: Materials that are normally stable, but
Paint and Coating Association and has been adopted by industry to identify the can become unstable at high temperatures and pressures. These materials may
degree of chemical hazards. react with water, but will not release energy. Explosives: Division 1.5 & 1.6
HEALTH HAZARD: substances that are very insensitive explosives or that do not have a mass
0 (Minimal Hazard: No significant health risk, irritation of skin or eyes not explosion hazard. Compressed Gases: Pressure below OSHA definition.
anticipated. Skin Irritation: Essentially non-irritating. PII or Draize = �0�. Eye Pyrophorics: No Rating. Oxidizers: Packaging Group III; Solids: any material that
Irritation: Essentially non-irritating, or minimal effects which clear in < 24 hours [e.g. in either concentration tested, exhibits a mean burning time less than or equal to
mechanical irritation]. Draize = �0�. Oral Toxicity LD50 Rat: < 5000 mg/kg. Dermal the mean burning time of a 3:7 potassium bromate/cellulose mixture and the criteria
Toxicity LD50Rat or Rabbit: < 2000 mg/kg. Inhalation Toxicity 4-hrs LC50 Rat: < 20 for Packing Group I and II are not met. Liquids: any material that exhibits a mean
mg/L.); 1 (Slight Hazard: Minor reversible Injury may occur; slightly or mildly pressure rise time less than or equal to the pressure rise time of a 1:1 nitric acid
irritating. Skin Irritation: Slightly or mildly irritating. Eye Irritation: Slightly or mildly (65%)/cellulose mixture and the criteria for Packing Group I and II are not met.
irritating. Oral Toxicity LD50 Rat: > 500-5000 mg/kg. Dermal Toxicity LD50Rat or Unstable Reactives: Substances that may decompose, condense or self-react, but
Rabbit: > 1000-2000 mg/kg. Inhalation Toxicity LC50 4-hrs Rat: > 2-20 mg/L); 2 only under conditions of high temperature and/or pressure and have little or no
(Moderate Hazard: Temporary or transitory injury may occur. Skin Irritation: potential to cause significant heat generation or explosive hazard. Substances that
Moderately irritating; primary irritant; sensitizer. PII or Draize > 0, < 5. Eye Irritation: readily undergo hazardous polymerization in the absence of inhibitors.); 2 Water
Moderately to severely irritating and/or corrosive; reversible corneal opacity; Reactivity: Materials that may react violently with water. Organic Peroxides:
corneal involvement or irritation clearing in 8-21 days. Draize > 0, < 25. Oral Materials that, in themselves, are normally unstable and will readily undergo violent
Toxicity LD50 Rat: > 50-500 mg/kg. Dermal Toxicity LD50Rat or Rabbit: > 200-1000 chemical change, but will not detonate. These materials may also react violently
mg/kg. Inhalation Toxicity LC50 4-hrs Rat: > 0.5-2 mg/L.); 3 (Serious Hazard: with water. Explosives: Division 1.4 � Explosive substances where the explosive
Major injury likely unless prompt action is taken and medical treatment is given; effect are largely confined to the package and no projection of fragments of
high level of toxicity; corrosive. Skin Irritation: Severely irritating and/or corrosive; appreciable size or range are expected. An external fire must not cause virtually
may destroy dermal tissue, cause skin burns, dermal necrosis. PII or Draize > 5-8 instantaneous explosion of almost the entire contents of the package. Compressed
with destruction of tissue. Eye Irritation: Corrosive, irreversible destruction of ocular Gases: Pressurized and meet OSHA definition but < 514.7 psi absolute at 21.1°C
tissue; corneal involvement or irritation persisting for more than 21 days. Draize > (70°F) [500 psig]. Pyrophorics: No Rating. Oxidizers: Packing Group II Solids:
80 with effects irreversible in 21 days. Oral Toxicity LD50 Rat: > 1-50 mg/kg. any material that, either in concentration tested, exhibits a mean burning time of
Dermal Toxicity LD50Rat or Rabbit: > 20-200 mg/kg. Inhalation Toxicity LC50 4-hrs less than or equal to the mean burning time of a 2:3 potassium bromate/cellulose
Rat: > 0.05-0.5 mg/L.); 4 (Severe Hazard: Life-threatening; major or permanent mixture and the criteria for Packing Group I are not met. Liquids: any material that
damage may result from single or repeated exposure. Skin Irritation: Not exhibits a mean pressure rise time less than or equal to the pressure rise of a 1:1
appropriate. Do not rate as a �4�, based on skin irritation alone. Eye Irritation: Not aqueous sodium chlorate solution (40%)/cellulose mixture and the criteria for
appropriate. Do not rate as a �4�, based on eye irritation alone. Oral Toxicity LD50 Packing Group I are not met. Unstable Reactives: Substances that may
Rat: < 1 mg/kg. Dermal Toxicity LD50Rat or Rabbit: < 20 mg/kg. Inhalation polymerize, decompose, condense, or self-react at ambient temperature and/or
Toxicity LC50 4-hrs Rat: < 0.05 mg/L). pressure, but have a low potential for significant heat generation or explosion.
FLAMMABILITY HAZARD: Substances that readily form peroxides upon exposure to air or oxygen at room
0 (Minimal Hazard-Materials that will not burn in air when exposure to a temperature); 3 (Water Reactivity: Materials that may form explosive reactions with
temperature of 815.5°C [1500°F] for a period of 5 minutes.); 1 (Slight Hazard- water. Organic Peroxides: Materials that are capable of detonation or explosive
Materials that must be pre-heated before ignition can occur. Material require reaction, but require a strong initiating source, or must be heated under
considerable pre-heating, under all ambient temperature conditions before ignition confinement before initiation; or materials that react explosively with water.
and combustion can occur, Including: Materials that will burn in air when exposed Explosives: Division 1.2 � Explosive substances that have a fire hazard and either
a minor blast hazard or a minor projection hazard or both, but do not have a mass
to a temperature of 815.5°C (1500°F) for a period of 5 minutes or less; Liquids,
explosion hazard. Compressed Gases: Pressure > 514.7 psi absolute at 21.1°C
solids and semisolids having a flash point at or above 93.3°C [200°F] (e.g. OSHA
Class IIIB, or; Most ordinary combustible materials [e.g. wood, paper, etc.]; 2 (70°F) [500 psig]. Pyrophorics: No Rating. Oxidizers: Packing Group I Solids: any
(Moderate Hazard-Materials that must be moderately heated or exposed to material that, in either concentration tested, exhibits a mean burning time less than
relatively high ambient temperatures before ignition can occur. Materials in this the mean burning time of a 3.:2 potassium bromate/cellulose mixture. Liquids: Any
degree would not, under normal conditions, form hazardous atmospheres in air, but material that spontaneously ignites when mixed with cellulose in a 1:1 ratio, or
under high ambient temperatures or moderate heating may release vapor in which exhibits a mean pressure rise time less than the pressure rise time of a 1:1
sufficient quantities to produce hazardous atmospheres in air, Including: Liquids perchloric acid (50%)/cellulose mixture. Unstable Reactives: Substances that may
polymerize, decompose, condense or self-react at ambient temperature and/or
having a flash-point at or above 37.8°C [100°F]; Solid materials in the form of
pressure and have a moderate potential to cause significant heat generation or
course dusts that may burn rapidly but that generally do not form explosive
explosion.);
atmospheres; Solid materials in a fibrous or shredded form that may burn rapidly
and create flash fire hazards (e.g. cotton, sisal, hemp; Solids and semisolids that
readily give off flammable vapors.); 3 (Serious Hazard- Liquids and solids that can
be ignited under almost all ambient temperature conditions.
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HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION HAZARD
HAZARD RATINGS (continued): RATINGS (continued):
PHYSICAL HAZARD (continued): 4 (Water Reactivity: Materials that react FLAMMABILITY HAZARD (continued): 1 (continued): Liquids with a flash point
explosively with water without requiring heat or confinement. Organic Peroxides: greater than 35°C (95°F) that do not sustain combustion when tested using the
Materials that are readily capable of detonation or explosive decomposition at Method of Testing for Sustained Combustibility, per 49 CFR 173, Appendix H or the
normal temperature and pressures. Explosives: Division 1.1 & 1.2-explosive UN Recommendation on the Transport of Dangerous Goods, Model Regulations
substances that have a mass explosion hazard or have a projection hazard. A (current edition) and the related Manual of Tests and Criteria (current edition).
mass explosion is one that affects almost the entire load instantaneously. Liquids with a flash point greater than 35°C (95°F) in a water-miscible solution or
Compressed Gases: No Rating. Pyrophorics: Add to the definition of Flammability dispersion with a water non-combustible liquid/solid content of more than 85
�4�. Oxidizers: No �4� rating. Unstable Reactives: Substances that may percent by weight. Liquids that have no fire point when tested by ASTM D 92
polymerize, decompose, condense or self-react at ambient temperature and/or Standard Test Method for Flash and Fire Points by Cleveland Open Cup, up to a
pressure and have a high potential to cause significant heat generation or boiling point of the liquid or up to a temperature at which the sample being tested
explosion.). shows an obvious physical change. Combustible pellets with a representative
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION HAZARD diameter of greater than 2 mm (10 mesh). Solids containing greater than 0.5
percent by weight of a flammable or combustible solvent are rated by the closed up
RATINGS:
flash point of the solvent. Most ordinary combustible materials. 2 Materials that
HEALTH HAZARD: 0 (materials that, under emergency conditions, would offer no
must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperatures
hazard beyond that of ordinary combustible materials): Gases and vapors whose
before ignition can occur. Materials in this degree would not under normal
LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is greater than 10,000 ppm. Dusts and mists
conditions form hazardous atmospheres with air, but under high ambient
whose LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is greater than 200 mg/L. Materials
temperatures or under moderate heating could release vapor in sufficient
whose LD50 for acute dermal toxicity is greater than 2000 mg/kg. Materials
quantities to produce hazardous atmospheres with air: Liquids having a flash
whose LD50 for acute oral toxicity is greater than 2000 mg/kg. Materials that are
point at or above 37.8°C (100°F) and below 93.4°C (200°F) (i.e. Class II and
essentially non-irritating to the respiratory tract, eyes and skin. 1 (materials that,
Class IIIA liquids.) Solid materials in the form of powders or coarse dusts of
under emergency conditions, can cause significant irritation): Gases and vapors
representative diameter between 420 microns (40 mesh) and 2 mm (10 mesh)
whose LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is greater than 5,000 ppm but less than
that burn rapidly but that generally do not form explosive mixtures in air. Solid
or equal to 10,000 ppm. Dusts and mists whose LC50 for acute inhalation
materials in fibrous or shredded form that burn rapidly and create flash fire
toxicity is greater than 10 mg/L but less than or equal to 200 mg/L. Materials
hazards, such as cotton, sisal and hemp. Solids and semisolids that readily
whose LD50 for acute dermal toxicity is greater than 1000 mg/kg but less than or
give off flammable vapors. Solids containing greater than 0.5 percent by weight
equal to 2000 mg/kg. Materials whose LD50 for acute oral toxicity is greater than
of a flammable or combustible solvent are rated by the closed cup flash point of
500 mg/kg but less than or equal to 2000 mg/kg. Materials that cause slight to
the solvent. 3 Liquids and solids that can be ignited under almost all ambient
moderate irritation to the respiratory tract, eyes and skin. 2 (materials that, under
temperature conditions. Materials in this degree produce hazardous
emergency conditions, can cause temporary incapacitation or residual injury):
atmospheres with air under almost all ambient temperatures or, though
Gases and vapors whose LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is greater than 3,000
unaffected by ambient temperatures, are readily ignited under almost all
ppm but less than or equal to 5,000 ppm. Dusts and mists whose LC50 for acute
conditions: Liquids having a flash point below 22.8°C (73°F) and having a
inhalation toxicity is greater than 2 mg/L but less than or equal to 10 mg/L.
boiling point at or above 37.8°C (100°F) and those liquids having a flash point at
Materials whose LD50 for acute dermal toxicity is greater than 200 mg/kg but
or above 22.8°C (73°F) and below 37.8°C (73°F) and below 37.8°C (100°F) (i.e.
less than or equal to 1000 mg/kg. Materials whose LD50 for acute oral toxicity is
Class IB and IC liquids). Materials that, on account of their physical form or
greater than 50 mg/kg but less than or equal to 500 mg/kg. Any liquid whose
environmental conditions, can form explosive mixtures with air and are readily
saturated vapor concentration at 20°C (68°F) is equal to or greater than one-fifth
dispersed in air. Flammable or combustible dusts with a representative
its LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity, if its LC50 is less than or equal to 5000 ppm
diameter less than 420 microns (40 mesh). Materials that burn with extreme
and that does not meet the criteria for either degree of hazard 3 or degree of
rapidity, usually by reason of self-contained oxygen (e.g. dry nitrocellulose and
hazard 4. Compressed liquefied gases with boiling points between -30°C (-
many organic peroxides). Solids containing greater than 0.5 percent by weight
22°F) and -55°C (-66.5°F) that cause severe tissue damage, depending on
of a flammable or combustible solvent are rated by the closed cup flash point of
duration of exposure. Materials that are respiratory irritants. Materials that
the solvent. 4 Materials that will rapidly or completely vaporize at atmospheric
cause severe, but reversible irritation to the eyes or are lachrymators. Materials
pressure and normal ambient temperature or that are readily dispersed in air
that are primary skin irritants or sensitizers. 3 (materials that, under emergency
and will burn readily: Flammable gases. Flammable cryogenic materials. Any
conditions, can cause serious or permanent injury): Gases and vapors whose
liquid or gaseous materials that is liquid while under pressure and has a flash
LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is greater than 1,000 ppm but less than or
point below 22.8°C (73°F) and a boiling point below 37.8°C (100°F) (i.e. Class
equal to 3,000 ppm. Dusts and mists whose LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is
IA liquids). Materials that ignite when exposed to air, Solids containing greater
greater than 0.5 mg/L but less than or equal to 2 mg/L. Materials whose LD50 for
than 0.5 percent by weight of a flammable or combustible solvent are rated by
acute dermal toxicity is greater than 40 mg/kg but less than or equal to 200
the closed cup flash point of the solvent.
mg/kg. Materials whose LD50 for acute oral toxicity is greater than 5 mg/kg but
INSTABILITY HAZARD: 0 Materials that in themselves are normally stable,
less than or equal to 50 mg/kg. Any liquid whose saturated vapor concentration
even under fire conditions: Materials that have an estimated instantaneous power
at 20°C (68°F) is equal to or greater than one-fifth its LC50 for acute inhalation
density (product of heat of reaction and reaction rate) at 250°C (482°F) below 0.01
toxicity, if its LC50 is less than or equal to 3000 ppm and that does not meet the
W/mL. Materials that do not exhibit an exotherm at temperatures less than or
criteria for degree of hazard 4. Compressed liquefied gases with boiling points
equal to 500°C (932°F) when tested by differential scanning calorimetry. 1
between -30°C (-22°F) and -55°C (-66.5°F) that cause frostbite and irreversible
Materials that in themselves are normally stable, but that can become unstable
tissue damage. Materials that are respiratory irritants. Cryogenic gases that
at elevated temperatures and pressures: Materials that have an estimated
cause frostbite and irreversible tissue damage. Materials that are corrosive to
instantaneous power density (product of heat of reaction and reaction rate) at
the respiratory tract. Materials that are corrosive to the eyes or cause
250°C (482°F) at or above 0.01 W/mL and below 10 W/mL. 2 Materials that
irreversible corneal opacity. Materials that are corrosive to the skin. 4 (materials
readily undergo violent chemical change at elevated temperatures and
that, under emergency conditions, can be lethal): Gases and vapors whose LC50
pressures: Materials that have an estimated instantaneous power density (product
for acute inhalation toxicity less than or equal to 1,000 ppm. Dusts and mists
of heat of reaction and reaction rate) at 250°C (482°F) at or above 10 W/mL and
whose LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity is less than or equal to 0.5 mg/L.
below 100W/mL. 3 Materials that in themselves are capable of detonation or
Materials whose LD50 for acute dermal toxicity is less than or equal to 40 mg/kg.
explosive decomposition or explosive reaction, but that require a strong initiating
Materials whose LD50 for acute oral toxicity is less than or equal to 5 mg/kg.
source or that must be heated under confinement before initiation: Materials that
Any liquid whose saturated vapor concentration at 20°C (68°F) is equal to or
have an estimated instantaneous power density (product of heat of reaction and
greater than one-fifth its LC50 for acute inhalation toxicity, if its LC50 is less than
reaction rate) at 250°C (482°F) at or above 100 W/mL and below 1000 W/mL.
or equal to 1000 ppm.
Materials that are sensitive to thermal or mechanical shock at elevated
FLAMMABILITY HAZARD: 0 Materials that will not burn under typical fire
temperatures and pressures. 4 Materials that in themselves are readily capable
conditions, including intrinsically noncombustible materials such as concrete,
of detonation or explosive decomposition or explosive reaction at normal
stone, and sand: Materials that will not burn in air when exposed to a temperature
temperatures and pressures: Materials that have an estimated instantaneous
of 816°C (1500°F) for a period of 5 minutes in according with Annex D. 1
power density (product of heat of reaction and reaction rate) at 250°C (482°F) of
Materials that must be preheated before ignition can occur. Materials in this
1000 W/mL or greater. Materials that are sensitive to localized thermal or
degree require considerable preheating, under all ambient temperature
mechanical shock at normal temperatures and pressures.
conditions, before ignition and combustion can occur: Materials that will burn in
air when exposed to a temperature of 816°C (1500°F) for a period of 5 minutes in
accordance with Annex D. Liquids, solids and semisolids having a flash point at or
above 93.4°C (200°F) (i.e. Class IIIB liquids).
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FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
Much of the information related to fire and explosion is derived from the National EC is the effect concentration in water. BCF = Bioconcentration Factor, which is
used to determine if a substance will concentrate in lifeforms which consume
Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Flash Point - Minimum temperature at which a
liquid gives off sufficient vapors to form an ignitable mixture with air. Autoignition contaminated plant or animal matter. TLm = median threshold limit; Coefficient of
Temperature: The minimum temperature required to initiate combustion in air with Oil/Water Distribution is represented by log Kow or log Koc and is used to assess
no other source of ignition. LEL - the lowest percent of vapor in air, by volume, that a substance’s behavior in the environment.
will explode or ignite in the presence of an ignition source. UEL - the highest REGULATORY INFORMATION:
percent of vapor in air, by volume, that will explode or ignite in the presence of an U.S. and CANADA:
ignition source. ACGIH: American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, a
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: professional association which establishes exposure limits.
Human and Animal Toxicology: Possible health hazards as derived from human This section explains the impact of various laws and regulations on the material.
data, animal studies, or from the results of studies with similar compounds are EPA is the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. NIOSH is the National Institute
presented. Definitions of some terms used in this section are: LD50 - Lethal Dose of Occupational Safety and Health, which is the research arm of the U.S.
(solids & liquids) which kills 50% of the exposed animals; LC50 - Lethal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). WHMIS is the Canadian
Concentration (gases) which kills 50% of the exposed animals; ppm concentration Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. DOT and TC are the U.S.
expressed in parts of material per million parts of air or water; mg/m3 concentration Department of Transportation and the Transport Canada, respectively. Superfund
expressed in weight of substance per volume of air; mg/kg quantity of material, by Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA); the Canadian Domestic/Non-
weight, administered to a test subject, based on their body weight in kg. Other Domestic Substances List (DSL/NDSL); the U.S. Toxic Substance Control Act
measures of toxicity include TDLo, the lowest dose to cause a symptom and TCLo (TSCA); Marine Pollutant status according to the DOT; the Comprehensive
the lowest concentration to cause a symptom; TDo, LDLo, and LDo, or TC, TCo, Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA or
LCLo, and LCo, the lowest dose (or concentration) to cause lethal or toxic effects. Superfund); and various state regulations. This section also includes information
Cancer Information: The sources are: IARC - the International Agency for on the precautionary warnings which appear on the material’s package label.
Research on Cancer; NTP - the National Toxicology Program, RTECS - the OSHA - U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances, OSHA and CAL/OSHA. IARC
and NTP rate chemicals on a scale of decreasing potential to cause human cancer
with rankings from 1 to 4. Subrankings (2A, 2B, etc.) are also used. Other
Information: BEI - ACGIH Biological Exposure Indices, represent the levels of
determinants which are most likely to be observed in specimens collected from a
healthy worker who has been exposed to chemicals to the same extent as a worker
with inhalation exposure to the TLV.
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