MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Sierraron G Herbicide has been determined as non-hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia.
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Scotts Australia Pty. Ltd.
Address 11 Columbia Way, Baulkham Hills, NSW, 2153
Telephone Number (02) 8853 7300
Fax (02) 8853 7310
Emergency Telephone Number Australia: 1800 033 111
New Zealand: 0800 734 607
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Sierraron G Herbicide
Other Names Dichlobenil
Manufacturers Product Code 9057
UN Number None allocated
Dangerous Goods Class None allocated
Sub-Risk Class None allocated
Packaging Group None allocated
Hazchem Code None allocated
Poisons Schedule None allocated
Uses For pre-emergent weed control.
Physical Description /Properties
Appearance & Odour Pale grey granules and powder with characteristic odour.
Melting point/softening point Not applicable
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapour Pressure 0.088 Pa@ 20掳C for active ingredient
Flashpoint >150掳C
Flammability Limits Not available
Solubility in Water Not available
PH Not available
Incompatibility Not available
Specific Gravity Not applicable
Bulk density Not available
Volatile Proportion Not available
Corrosiveness Not available
Ingredients
Ingredient Chemical Name CAS Number Proportion
Active ingredients Dichlobenil 1194-65-6 67.5g/kg
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects
Sierraron G Herbicide has been determined as non-hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia.
Acute
Swallowed May result in nausea and vomiting.
Dichlobenil- acute oral LD50 ->4250mg/kg (rat)
Eye Contact with eyes may cause irritation.
Skin Contact with skin may result in irritation.
Dichlobenil- acute oral LD50 ->2000mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhaled Slightly toxic by inhalation
Dichlobenil- acute oral LD50 ->0.250mg/kg (rat) (4 hour)
Chronic In a 2 year feeding study with dichlobenil in male and female dogs (at doses up to
8.75mg/kg/day), increased liver and thyroid weights and other physiological changes
were reported at the highest dose tested.
First Aid
If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poison Information Centre. Phone Australia 131126.
Swallowed Rinse mouth with water. Give patient plenty of water to drink. Seek immediate
medical advice.
Eye Hold eye(s) open and flush with water for at least 15minutes. Seek medical advice.
Skin Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and launder
before re-use. If irritation occurs, seek medical advice.
Inhaled Remove patient to fresh air- avoid becoming a casualty. If effects persist, seek
medical advice.
First Aid Facilities Eye wash station.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards None allocated for this material by the National Health and Safety Commission
(Worksafe Australia).
Engineering Controls Provide sufficient ventilation to minimize dust exposure. Protect closed handling
systems against possible dust explosions. Avoid dust accumulations in building or
equipment surfaces. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Personal Protection Safety phrase(s): S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Avoid personal contact. Do not inhale dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using.
Wear overalls, safety glasses and impervious gloves. If dust is generated and there is
danger of inhaling dust, wear a dust respirator (SCBA). After use and before eating,
drinking, smoking or using the toilet, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with
soap and water. Launder clothing before reuse.
Flammability Keep away from sources of ignition of heat.
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SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport Not defined as a Dangerous Good by the Australian Code for the Transport of
Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
Store in original container, away from children, animals, food and feedstuffs.
Storage must be secure and locks and/or seals in order, so contents cannot be
tampered with. Check regularly for leaks. Keep cool and dry and out of direct
sunlight or other sources of heat and ignition.
Spills and Disposal Wear protective equipment as outlined above, to prevent skin and eye
contamination as well as inhalation of dust. Eliminate all ignition sources within at
least 15m. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Preferably vacuum up to
avoid creating dust. Do not contaminate watercourses or drains with products or
containers. Transfer into secure, sealed and properly labelled containers for
disposal. Do not reuse container for any purpose. If there is a contamination with
crops or waterways, advise emergency services or State Department of Agriculture.
For disposal after intended use: do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site.
Puncture or shred and bury containers in a local authority landfill. If no landfill is
available, bury the containers below 500mm in a disposal pit specifically marked
and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots.
Empty containers and product should not be burnt.
For disposal after spill or accident: dispose of sealed containers at an approved
local waste disposal site.
Fire/Explosion Hazard Combustible solid: Protect against inhalation of combustion products by wearing
self-contained breathing.
Extinguishing media: Water jets, water fog (or if unavailable, fine water spray),
foam, dry agent (carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder). Contain runoff.
OTHER INFORMATION
Environmental Dichlobenil is moderately toxic to fish and to aquatic invertebrates.
Protection
Animal Toxicity Data For the active ingredient dichlobenil:
96hr LC50 (Bluegill Sunfish)- 7.8mg/L
96hr LC50 (Rainbow Trout)- 8.3mg/L
48hr LC50 (Daphnia magna)- 6.2mg/L
NRA Registration No. 58048
CONTACT POINT
Emergency Response for Transport and Exposure Scotts Australia Pty Ltd
Australia: 1800 033 011 11 Columbia Way
New Zealand: 0800 734 607 Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Phone (02) 8853 7300
Fax (02) 8853 7310
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