Part No.: 19-0216-01
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prescription Treatment庐 brand Attain庐 Nursery Insecticide/Miticide Microemulsion
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
MEDICAL: 800-225-3320 (Prosar) TRANSPORTATION: 800-424-9300 (Chemtrec)
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION AND REACTIVITY HAZARDS
Thermal decomposition and burning may form toxic by-products. Slightly combustible. This
Product Name: Prescription Treatment brand Attain Nursery
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material may support combustion at elevated temperatures.
Insecticide/Miticide Microemulsion
IN CASE OF FIRE
Product Code(s): 09-1833 (4 x 1 gal)
Extinguisher Media: Foam, CO2 or dry chemical. Soft stream water fog only if necessary.
EPA Reg. No.: 53883-165-499
Contain all runoff.
EPA Signal Word: CAUTION
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Isolate fire area. Evacuate downwind. Wear full pro-
Distributed by: Whitmire Micro-Gen Research Laboratories, Inc.
tective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not breathe smoke, gases or
3568 Tree Court Industrial Blvd.
vapors generated.
St. Louis MO 63122-6682
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SECTION 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
IN CASE OF SPILL OR LEAK
COMPOSITION INFORMATION
Isolate and post spill area. Wear protective clothing and personal protective equipment as
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (7.9%) % CAS NO.
described below. Keep unprotected persons and animals out of the area. Keep material out of
Bifenthrin 7.9 82657-04-3 lakes, streams, ponds and sewer drains. Dike to confine spill and absorb with a noncom-
bustible absorbent such as clay, sand or soil. Vacuum, shovel or pump waste into a drum and
OTHER INGREDIENTS* (92.1%)
label contents for disposal. To clean and neutralize spill area, tools and equipment, wash with
Glycerine < 1.0 56-81-5
a suitable solution of caustic or soda ash and an appropriate alcohol (i.e., methanol, ethanol
* All ingredients may not be listed. Ingredients not listed do not meet the reporting requirements of the OSHA Hazard
or isopropanol). Follow this by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Absorb, as
Communication Standard (HCS) as specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200.
above, any excess liquid and add to the drums of waste already collected. Repeat if necessary.
EXPOSURE INFORMATION Dispose of drummed waste according to the method outlined below.
OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
This product contains no Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and
MATERIAL STEL TWA STEL TWA
Liability Act (CERCLA) listed chemicals. Releases of this product are not reportable to the
Bifenthrin NE NE NE NE National Response Center.
Glycerine NE 10.0 mg/m3 NE 10.0 mg/m3 Emergency Telephone Number of Chemtrec: 800-424-9300 (for transportation spills)
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR CLEANUP PERSONNEL
SECTION 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Eyes and Face: For splash, mist or spray exposure, wear chemical protective goggles or a face shield.
Skin: Wear chemical protective gloves made of materials such as rubber, neoprene or PVC.
NOTES TO PHYSICIAN
Thoroughly wash the outside of gloves with soap and water prior to removal. Inspect regular-
This product has moderate inhalation, and low oral and dermal toxicity. It is practically nonir-
ly for leaks. Depending upon concentrations encountered, wear coveralls or long sleeved uni-
ritating to the eyes and nonirritating to the skin. Reversible skin sensations (paresthesia) may
form and head covering. For larger exposures as in the case of spills, wear full body cover bar-
occur and ordinary skin salves have been found useful in reducing discomfort. Treatment is
rier suit, such as a PVC suit. Leather items - such as shoes, belts and watchbands - that
otherwise controlled by removal of exposure followed by symptomatic and supportive care.
become contaminated should be removed and destroyed. Launder all work clothing before
SIGNS/SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
reuse (separately from household laundry).
Symptoms of overexposure include bleeding from the nose, tremors and convulsions.
Inhalation: For splash, mist or spray exposure wear, as a minimum, a properly fitted air puri-
Contact with bifenthrin may occasionally produce skin sensations such as rashes, numbing,
fying respirator with an organic vapor cartridge or canister with any R, P or HE pre-filter
burning or tingling. These skin sensations are reversible and usually subside within 12 hr.
(approved by U.S. NIOSH/MSHA, EU CEN or comparable certification organization). Respir-
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
ator use and selection must be based on airborne concentrations.
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, chlorine, fluorine, hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride
Work Hygienic Practices: Clean water should be available for washing in case of eye or skin con-
UNUSUAL FIRE, EXPLOSION AND REACTIVITY HAZARDS
tamination. Wash skin prior to eating, drinking or using tobacco. Shower at the end of the workday.
Thermal decomposition and burning may form toxic by-products. Slightly combustible. This
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
material may support combustion at elevated temperatures.
Open dumping or burning of this material or its packaging is prohibited. If spilled material can-
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES not be disposed of by use according to label instructions, an acceptable method of disposal is to
incinerate in accordance with local, state and national environmental laws, rules, standards and
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor or regulations. However, because acceptable methods of disposal may vary by location and regula-
going for treatment. Describe any symptoms and follow the advice given. tory requirements may change, the appropriate agencies should be contacted prior to disposal.
Ingestion: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching the back of throat with
a finger or by giving syrup of ipecac. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
unconscious person. Contact a medical doctor.
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS
Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation occurs and persists.
Keep out of reach of children and animals.
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
STORAGE
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If breathing difficulty or discomfort occurs and persists, contact a medical doctor.
Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place. Do not use or store near heat, open flame or hot
Note to Physician: This product has moderate inhalation, and low oral and dermal toxicity. It is prac-
surfaces. Store in original containers only. Keep out of reach of children and animals. Do not
tically nonirritating to the eyes and nonirritating to the skin. Reversible skin sensations (paresthe-
contaminate other pesticides, fertilizers, water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
sia) may occur and ordinary skin salves have been found useful in reducing discomfort. Treatment
is otherwise controlled removal of exposure followed by symptomatic and supportive care.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None presently known
Emergency Telephone Number of Prosar: 800-225-3320 (for medical emergencies) PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Respiratory Protection: For splash, mist or spray exposure wear, as a minimum, a prop-
SECTION 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES erly fitted air purifying respirator with an organic vapor cartridge or canister with any R, P or
HE pre-filter (approved by U.S. NIOSH/MSHA, EU CEN or comparable certification organiza-
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
tion). Respirator use and selection must be based on airborne concentrations.
Flash Point: > 100掳C (> 212掳F) (TCC)
Protective Gloves: Wear chemical protective gloves made of materials such as rubber,
Flammable Limits in Air (% by volume): neoprene or PVC. Thoroughly wash the outside of gloves with soap and water prior to
Lower (LEL) = NE Upper (UEL) = NE removal. Inspect regularly for leaks.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Prescription Treatment庐 brand Attain庐 Nursery Insecticide/Miticide Microemulsion
Ecotoxicological Information: Bifenthrin is highly toxic to fish and aquatic arthropods and
Eye Protection: For splash, mist or spray exposure, wear chemical protective goggles or a face shield.
LC50 values range from 0.0038 - 17.8 碌g/L. In general, the aquatic arthropods are the most sensi-
Other Protective Equipment: None required
tive species. Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the aquatic environment. Bifenthrin
VENTILATION
had no effect on mollusks at its limit of water solubility. Bifenthrin is only slightly toxic to both
Local Exhaust: Required waterfowl and upland game birds (LD50 values range from 1,800 mg/kg - > 2,150 mg/kg).
Mechanical: None required
Special: None required SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Other: Use local exhaust at all process locations where vapor or mist may be emitted.
Do not contaminate water, food or feed by disposal.
Ventilate all transport vehicles prior to unloading.
Disposal Method: Open dumping or burning of this material or its packaging is prohibited. If
spilled material cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, an acceptable
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
method of disposal is to incinerate in accordance with local, state and national environmental
Appearance: Eggshell white liquid Odor: Mild chemical odor laws, rules, standards and regulations. However, because acceptable methods of disposal may
vary by location and regulatory requirements may change, the appropriate agencies should be
pH: 6.7 Molecular Weight: 422.88 (bifenthrin)
contacted prior to disposal.
Viscosity: NE Vapor Density: NE
Empty Container: Nonreturnable containers which held this material should be cleaned, prior to
Boiling Point: NE Freezing/Melting Point: NE
disposal, by triple rinsing. Containers which held this material may be cleaned by being triple
Solubility in Water: Disperses Specific Gravity: 1.024@20掳C (water=1)
rinsed, and recycled, with the rinsate being incinerated. Do not cut or weld metal containers.
Vapors that form may create an explosion hazard.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat and fire
Reportable Quantity (RQ): None
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): No information available
U.S. Surface Freight Class: Insecticides, NOI, other than Poison. NMFC Item 102120.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Marine Pollutant #1: Bifenthrin (Severe Marine Pollutant)
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Other Shipping Information:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, chlorine, fluorine, hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride
When shipped by highway, railroad or air, in packages < 119 gal/450 L in volume: Not regulated.
Non-bulk packages by water and bulk packages by highway, railroad or water, the material is Class 9:
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environmentally hazardous substances, liquid, n.o.s. (Bifenthrin 7.9%), 9, UN3082, III. NAERG Guide 171.
Dermal LD50: > 2,000 mg/kg (rabbit) Product in unopened original packaging is compliant with all regulations for ground shipment
Oral LD50: > 500 mg/kg (rat) within the U.S. WMG disclaims any liability for claims or damages that may result from shipment
by other means. Consult appropriately trained shipping professional before offering for shipment
Inhalation LC50: > 10 mg/L/1 hr (rat)
by water or air.
Acute Effects From Overexposure: This product has moderate inhalation, and low oral and der-
mal toxicity. It is practically nonirritating to the eyes and nonirritating to the skin. Large doses of
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
bifenthrin ingested by laboratory animals produced signs of toxicity including convulsions, tremors
and bloody nasal discharge. Bifenthrin does not cause acute delayed neurotoxicity. Experience to
CERCLA
date indicates that contact with bifenthrin may occasionally produce skin sensations such as rash-
This product contains no CERCLA listed chemicals.
es, numbing, burning or tingling. These sensations are reversible and usually subside within 12 hr.
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENT AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)
Chronic Effects From Overexposure: No data available for the formulation. In studies with lab-
SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355): Not listed
oratory animals, bifenthrin did not cause reproductive toxicity or teratogenicity. Tremors were associ-
ated with repeated exposure of laboratory animals to bifenthrin. In lifetime feeding studies conducted SECTION 311 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370): Immediate, Delayed
with rodents, a slight increase in the incidence of urinary bladder tumors at the highest dose in male SECTION 312 THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY (40 CFR 370): The threshold planning
mice was considered to be an equivocal response, not evidence of a clear compound related effect. quantity (TPQ) for this product, if treated as a mixture, is 10,000 lbs. This product contains the
The overall absence of genotoxicity has been demonstrated in mutagenicity tests with bifenthrin. following ingredients with a TPQ of < 10,000 lbs.: None.
CARCINOGENICITY SECTION 313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS (40 CFR 372): This product contains the fol-
IARC: Not listed lowing ingredients subject to Section 313 reporting requirements: (Bifenthrin).
NTP: Not listed TSCA
OSHA: Not listed All components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US Toxic Substance
Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.
Other: Not Listed (ACGIH)
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Unless otherwise indicated, the data presented below are for the active ingredient. NFPA HEALTH RATING INFORMATION KEY: 4 = Severe
Environmental Data: In soil, bifenthrin is stable over a wide pH range and degrades at a slow HEALTH - 1 FLAMMABILITY - 1 REACTIVITY - 1 3 = Serious
rate which is governed by soil characteristics. Bifenthrin will also persist in aquatic sediments. 2 = Moderate
Bifenthrin has a high Log Pow (> 6.0), a high affinity for organic matter, and is not mobile in soil. HMIS HAZARD RATING INFORMATION 1 = Slight
Therefore, there is little potential for movement into ground water. There is the potential for bifen- HEALTH - 1 FLAMMABILITY - 1 REACTIVITY - 1 0 = Minimal
thrin to bioconcentrate (BCF = 11,750).
The information and recommendations contained herein are based upon data believed to be correct. However, no guarantee or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is made
with respect to the information contained herein. For automatic MSDS updates, register at www.wmmg.com.
Questions concerning the safe handling of the product should be referred to the Whitmire Micro-Gen Customer Service Department at 800-777-8570.
NA - Not Applicable Effective Date: 06/09/05
WHITMIRE MICRO-GEN
NE - Not Established Review Date: NA
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit Supersedes: NA
RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC.
TLV - Threshold Limit Value Text ID: 060816-1
STEL - Short Term Exposure Limit (15 min) Code #: NA
TWA - Time Weighted Average (8 hr) Part No.: 19-0216-01
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