MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Drexel Chemical Co. Emergency Telephone No.
1700 Channel Avenue
Memphis, TN 38113 1-800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)
(901) 774-4370
SECTION I 鈥? GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION VII 鈥? EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
TRADE NAME DEFOL 5 If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately
CHEMICAL NAME Sodium Chlorate + Urea (Fire retardant) for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of
CHEMICAL FAMILY Inorganic Salt water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting
EPA REG. NO. 19713-388 unless told to do so by a poison control center or
SIGNAL WORD WARNING doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious or convulsing person.
If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with
water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact
SECTION II 鈥? INGREDIENTS
lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then
(Class = H (Hazardous), NH (Non-Hazardous))
continue rinsing eye.
NAME CAS NO. % (by wt.) TLV CLASS If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse
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Sodium Chlorate 7775-09-9 42.3 5mg/m H skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20
Inerts N/A 57.7 N/A NH minutes.
Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have the
product container or label with you when calling a poison control
SECTION III 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
center or doctor, or going for treatment. For information on this
Boiling Point >212掳F Specific Gravity 1.41 gms/cc pesticide product (including health concerns, medical emergencies or
Vapor Pressure Negligible % Volatiles N/A pesticide incidents), call the National Pesticide Information Center at
Vapor Density N/A Solubility in Water Complete 1-800-858-7378.
pH 6-8 Appearance/Odor Clear liquid,
slight odor
SECTION VIII- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
SECTION IV 鈥? FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Steps to be taken in case of material leak or spill
Flash Point Non-combustible (>200掳F) Clothing contaminated with solution or spray should be washed before
Extinguishing Media Water or foam it dries. Absorb spills on sand or clay and put into disposable
Fire Fighting Procedures Contain runoff of water. Assure container. Assure that protective equipment is worn.
protective equipment is worn. Stay Waste Disposal Method
upwind. Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations.
SECTION V 鈥? REACTIVITY DATA
Stability Stable under most conditions SECTION IX 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Conditions to Avoid Reducing agents, strong
Respiratory Protection Normally none required
acids
Ventilation General recommended
Incompatibility Amines or ammonium salts
Protective Gloves Rubber impervious
Hazardous Decomposition Products Possible toxic fumes, chlorine
Eye Protection Chemgoggles
fumes, dense smoke
Other Rubber apron and boots, coveralls,
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur
long-sleeved shirt
SECTION VI 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Carcinogenicity N/A
SECTION X 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Toxicity Data Oral LD50 = 1,200 鈥? 1,800 mg/kg
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TLV 5 mg/m Precautions To Be Taken In Handling & Storage
N.F.P.A. Health: 1, Fire: 2, Reactivity: 0
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FOLLOW LABEL
(Rating: 4-Extreme, 3-High, 2-Moderate, 1-Slight, 0-Insignificant)
DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
Effects of Overexposure Skin or eye irritation. Ingestion may be
moderately toxic. Handle and store in dry, cool area. Containers should be kept closed
when not in use. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
D.O.T. Description Non-Regulated
Freight Description Agricultural Herbicide, Liquid, N.O.S.
Reportable Quantity N/A
E.R.G. Guide Sheet 171
The information presented herein for consideration, while not guaranteed, is true and accurate to the best of our
knowledge. No warranty, or guaranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy or reliability of such information
and we shall not be liable for any loss or consequential damages arising out of the use thereof.
Date Prepared: 05/25/07
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