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SECTION (1): PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT NAME: GOPHER COP 10
PRODUCT USE: CONTROL OF GOPHERS. (POISON FOR GOPHERS)
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: PCP Registered, No. 24619
TDG CLASSIFICATION: Toxic Liquid, Organic, N.O.S.,(Strychnine Mixture)
Class 6.1,UN 2810, Packing Group II
SECTION (2): HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS CAS#
Strychnine, 10.0% b/w. 57-24-9
LD 50 (oral,rat,): 1 mg/kg
LD 50 (dermal,): Not available
LC 50 (oral hmn): Not available
SECTION (3): PHYSICAL DATA (Typical values. May vary from sample to sample)
Boiling Point (0C): Not available.
Solubility in Water: Soluble.
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Specific Gravity (20 C): Not available.
Appearance and odour: Reddish viscous liquid.
Odour: Slight anise odour.
pH (As is): 8.1
Odour Threshold: Not available.
Vapour Pressure: Not available.
Vapour Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Freezing Point: Not available.
Coefficient of Water/oil Distribution: Not available.
SECTION (4): FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: None.
Extinguisher Media: Water, carbon dioxide.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear full protective equipment and self
contained breathing apparatus for fire
fighting situations.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazard: None.
Flammable Limits: None.
Auto-ignition Temperature: None.
Conditions of Flammability: None.
Explosion Data:
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: None.
SECTION (5): REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Strong caustic.
Hazardous Decomposition Product: Dangerous toxic fumes emitted
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION (6): TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Route of Entry Information:
Skin Contact: Unlikely
Eye contact: Unlikely
Inhalation: Unlikely.
Ingestion: Unlikely.
Effect of Chronic Exposure to Product: Product is a known POISON.
Exposure Limits: Not available.
Sensitization to Product: Not available.
Carcinogenicity: No Data.
Reproductive Toxicity: No Data.
Teratogenicity: No Data.
Mutagenicity: None known.
Name of Toxicologically Synergistic Product: None known.
DISPOSAL PROCEDURE FOR SPILLS OR LEAKS:
Wear protective equipment. Absorb liquid with a suitable absorbent such as clay, soil or
commercially available adsorbents and then dispose of into an approved waste container.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Dispose of in accordance with local, state, provincial, or federal regulations.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
Keep closures tightened when not in use. Wear protective equipment. Do not mix with other
chemicals. Store in a safe place out of the reach of children and all people untrained in the
use of this product.
SECTION (8): FIRST AID PROCEDURES
EYES: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Get medical attention.
SKIN: Wash thoroughly with plenty of water and soap.
If skin broken or irritation develops contact a physician.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Contact a physician.
INGESTION: Call physician immediately. Induce vomiting.
SECTION (9): PREPARATION INFORMATION
Prepared by Technical Advisory services. Phone: (306) 347-0444.
Date: February 22, 1999
Revised: February 22, 2002; January 19, 2004
The information provided in this Material Safety Data Sheet has been obtained from sources
believed to be reliable. MAXIM CHEMICAL INTERNATIONAL LTD. provides no warranties
expressed or implied and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy or the completeness of
the data contained herein.
MSDS-ID 1400785
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