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Scotts Canada KILLEX 500
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SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION SECTION VI - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
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Product Name: KILLEX 500 Route of Entry: Eye, Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion
Product Use: Weed Killer EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE:
WHMIS Class: Pest Control Products Act No. 16971 - WHMIS Eye: May cause severe irritation. May cause permanent eye
label not required damage.
T.D.G. Classification: Environmentally hazardous Skin: May cause moderate irritation. May cause skin
substances, liquid, solution, N.O.S. sensitization in sensitive individuals.
(2,4-D, Dicamba); Class 9.2; UN3082; PGIII Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
(Applicable to containers larger than 10.9L) Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause stomach
Manufacturer/Supplier: Scotts Canada Ltd. distress, nausea, vomiting.
Address: 2000 Argentia Road, Plaza 5, Suite # 101 EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE:
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2R7 Skin: Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause drying,
Telephone: (905) 814-7425 defatting and dermatitis.
Fax: (905) 814-7392 Irritancy: Hazardous by WHMIS criteria.
Medical Emergencies: 1-800-668-4877 Respiratory Tract Sensitization: No data available.
Pet Emergencies: 1-800-345-4735 ext. 123 Carcinogenicity: Non-hazardous by WHMIS criteria.
----------------------------------------------------------- Teratogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Effects: No
SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS data available.
----------------------------------------------------------- Synergistic Materials: Not available.
Ingredients CAS# Wt% ACGIH-TLV -----------------------------------------------------------
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2,4-D 94-75-7 30-60 10 mg/m3 TWA -----------------------------------------------------------
LC50: Not available Note: When used as intended, direct contact with the
LD50: 375 mg/kg oral, rat product is unlikely. The following protection is
Mecoprop 93-65-2 5-10 Not available recommended for potential contact with the product.
LC50: 6.4 mg/L 4 h, rat Gloves: Rubber gloves. Confirm with a reputable supplier.
LD50: 650 mg/kg oral, rat Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles.
Dicamba 1918-00-9 1-5 Not available Respiratory Protection: Not normally required if good
LC50: 9.6 mg/L 4 h, rat ventilation is maintained.
LD50: 1040 mg/kg oral, rat Other Protective Equipment: As required by employer code.
*The oral LD50 for the product is > 5000 mg/kg, rat. Engineering Controls: General ventilation normally
*The dermal LD50 for the product is > 2000 mg/kg, rat. adequate.
----------------------------------------------------------- Leak and Spill Procedure: Before attempting cleanup, refer
SECTION III - PHYSICAL DATA to hazard data given above. Small spills may be absorbed
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Boiling Point (deg C): 100 covered, labelled containers. Prevent large spills from
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): Not available entering sewers or waterways. Contact emergency services
Vapour Density (Air = 1): > 1 and supplier for advice.
Solubility in Water: Complete Waste Disposal: Review federal, provincial and local
Physical State: Liquid government requirements prior to disposal.
Appearance and Odour: Clear brown, strong fishy Storage and Handling Requirements: Keep out of the reach of
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1, @20 deg C): 1.166-1.192 children. Store in a closed container away from
% Volatile (Wt %, 2 h @ 105 deg C): 21 incompatible materials. Avoid contamination of food or
Evaporation Rate (H2O = 1): Not available food contact surfaces when using this product. Keep from
pH (as supplied): 8.0-10.0 freezing. Do not reuse this container.
Viscosity: Not available -----------------------------------------------------------
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not available SECTION VIII - FIRST AID
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA Eye: Flush with water. Remove contact lenses, if
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Flammability: Not flammable by WHMIS criteria. medical attention if irritation persists.
Flash Point (deg C, TCC): None Skin: Flush with water. Wash with soap and water. Obtain
LEL: Not applicable medical attention if irritation persists. Wash
UEL: Not applicable contaminated clothing before reuse.
Hazardous Combustion Products: May include and are not Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. If symptoms persist,
limited to oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen obtain medical attention.
chloride. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water,
Autoignition Temperature (deg C): Not applicable. then drink one glass of water. Obtain medical attention
Means of Extinction: Dry chemical, water spray, chemical immediately. Never give anything by mouth if victim is
foam, carbon dioxide, fog. unconscious, is rapidly losing consciousness or is
Special Fire Hazards: Fire fighters should wear self- convulsing.
contained breathing apparatus. -----------------------------------------------------------
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SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA -----------------------------------------------------------
----------------------------------------------------------- Date: September 1, 1999
Conditions for Chemical Instability: Stable. MSDS Prepared By: Dell Tech Laboratories Ltd.
Incompatible Materials: Acids, caustics, oxidizers. Telephone: (519) 858-5021
Reactivity, and Under What Conditions: Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May include and are not
limited to oxides of carbon, oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen
chloride when heated to decomposition.
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Disclaimer
Information for this material safety data sheet
was obtained from sources considered technically accurate
and reliable. While every effort has been made to ensure
full disclosure of product hazards, in some cases data is
not available and is so stated. Since conditions of actual
product use are beyond control of the supplier, it is
assumed that users of this material have been fully trained
according to the mandatory requirements of WHMIS. No
warranty, expressed or implied, is made and supplier will
not be liable for any losses, injuries or consequential
damages which may result from the use of or reliance on any
information contained in this form. If user requires
independent information on ingredients in this or any other
material, we recommend contact with the Canadian Centre for
Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) in Hamilton, Ontario
(1-800-263-8466) or CSST in Montreal, Quebec (514-873-
3990).
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preparer and owner have taken reasonable care in the
preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and
make no representation as to the accuracy or completeness
of the information contained herein, and assume no
responsibility regarding the suitability of this
information for the user's intended purposes or for the
consequences of its use. Each user should make a
determination as to the suitability of the information for
their particular purpose(s). A request has been made to the
manufacturer to approve the contents of this material
safety data sheet. Upon receipt of any changes a new MSDS
will be made available.
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COMPAS Code: 43870030
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