ALBAC 150 G
Material Safety
Antibiotic Feed Premix
Data Sheet
Page 1 of 4
13 January 2003
ACN 088 526 229
Level 10 Trak Centre Phone: 03 9826 4777 or 1800 622 944 (Toll free)
443-449 Toorak Rd, Fax: 03 9826 4822
Toorak VIC 3142 Australia www.alpharma.com.au
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE:
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia.
IDENTIFICATION
ALBAC 150G Antibiotic Feed Premix
Product Name:
Dried fermentate containing bacitracin zinc.
Chemical Name:
Manufacturer鈥檚 Code:
None assigned.
UN Number:
None.
Dangerous Goods Class:
None.
Packaging Group:
None
Subsidiary Risk:
None.
Hazchem Code:
None.
EPG No.:
S4 Bacitracin > 2%
Poisons Schedule:
As an antibiotic feed premix. Use as directed on the product
Uses:
label.
Physical Description/Properties:
Yellow-gray powder. Not soluble in water.
Appearance:
Not applicable.
Boiling Point:
Not applicable.
Melting Point:
Not applicable.
Vapour Pressure:
None.
Volatiles:
Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate:
Characteristic odour.
Odour:
Not applicable.
Vapour Density:
Not applicable.
Weight per ml:
Approx. 650 kg/m3
Density:
None found.
Flash point:
None found.
Flammability Limits:
None found.
Auto-ignition temperature:
May react with strong oxidising agents. May be sensitive to heat
Other Properties:
and humidity. May react with caustic alkalis.
Bacitracin zinc [1405-89-6] 15.0%
Ingredients:
Other ingredients < 10%
Dried fermentate to 100%
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Material Safety
Antibiotic Feed Premix
Data Sheet
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
No data available for the mixture. Information presented relates to individual
HEALTH EFFECTS:
ingredients.
Acute:
Swallowed: May have a bitter taste. May cause gastric upset, nausea and discomfort. Large
quantities may be harmful.
Eye: May be irritating to eyes. Risk of mechanical irritation.
Skin: May cause mild irritation.
Inhaled: Dust may be irritating to upper respiratory system.
Repeated exposure may lead to irritation, sensitisation and allergy in some
Chronic:
individuals.
LD50 Bacitracin zinc > 2 000 mg/kg oral, rat
If poisoning occurs, contact doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone 131 126.
FIRST AID
Swallowed: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
Eye: If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a
doctor.
Skin: If skin contact occurs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly.
Wash clothing before re-use.
Inhaled: Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm. In severe cases, obtain medical
attention.
First Aid Facilities:
Recommended: Eyewash. Hand washbasin.
Product is a fermentate mixture containing a moderate proportion of
Advice to Doctor:
bacitracin zinc. Contact Poisons Information Centre.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits: [NOHSC] *
TLV-TWA None assigned by NOHSC but see:
10 mg/m3
Nuisance dusts
TLV-STEL None assigned.
*
NOHSC - National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (Worksafe Australia).
Ensure adequate ventilation (same as outdoors) when using.
Engineering Controls:
If handling industrial quantities, or if dust risk exists, consider local
mechanical exhaust/extraction to keep airborne contamination as low as
possible.
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Material Safety
Antibiotic Feed Premix
Data Sheet
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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE con鈥檛
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid breathing dusts. Personal protection
Personal Protection
to be selected from those recommended below, as appropriate to mode of
Equipment:
use, quantity handled and degree of hazard:
Normal Use: Eye/face protection
Gloves 鈥? rubber or plastic
Industrial Quantities: Dust mask
Face shield or safety glasses
Gloves 鈥? rubber or plastic
Impervious overalls
Not flammable.
Flammability:
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport:
Room temperature.
Storage temperature:
None.
UN Class:
None assigned.
Packaging Group:
None.
UN Number:
None.
EPG Number:
Animal feed premix containing 15% bacitracin zinc.
Correct Shipping Name:
Observe the requirements of the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and Poisons.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, out of reach of children. Store in
Storage Advice:
original container. Keep container tightly closed and out of direct sunlight.
Keep away from naked flames and other sources of ignition. Keep away from
oxidising agents and caustic alkalis. Protect from physical damage. Clean up
all spills and splashes promptly; avoid secondary accidents.
Disposal of small spillages only. For large spillages liquids should be
Spills and Disposal:
contained using sand or earth, and both liquids and solids then transferred to
salvage containers. Residues should be treated as for small spillages.
CAUTION: Before dealing with spillage take necessary protective measures,
inform others to keep at a safe distance and, for flammable materials, shut off
all possible sources of ignition.
Avoid generating dust.
What cannot be recovered should be transferred to a suitable container.
Arrange removal by a disposals company. Wash site of spillage thoroughly
with water and detergent.
Not considered a fire hazard. May burn, or smoulder, in a fire.
Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Not an explosion hazard.
Carbon dioxide, water vapour, black smoke, oxides of nitrogen, oxides of
Decomposition Products:
sulphur, zinc oxide fume. Incomplete combustion may generate carbon
monoxide.
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Antibiotic Feed Premix
Data Sheet
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SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION con鈥檛
Water.
In case of small fire/explosion use:
In case of major emergency:
None.
HAZCHEM CODE:
Water fog or fine water spray.
Extinguishant:
No
Danger of violent reaction or explosion?
Breathing apparatus and protective gloves for fire
Protective Clothing:
only.
Contain.
Appropriate measures:
No
Evacuate?
Prevent spillages from entering drains, natural waters or the
Other Information:
environment.
CONTACT POINT
ACN 088 526 229
Level 10 Trak Centre Phone: 03 9826 4777 or 1800 622 944 (Toll free)
443-449 Toorak Rd, Fax: 03 9826 4822
Toorak, VIC 3142, Australia www.alpharma.com.au
Contact: Dr. Tim Wilson, Technical Services Manager
Emergency Services: Dial 000
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
DISCLAIMER:
The information provided in this MSDS is based upon sources believed to be accurate. However, the Company assumes no
responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or suitability of this information. The product user is responsible for determining the
suitability of this information for their particular uses.
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