MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
WHITMIRE MICRO-GEN (800) 777-8570 (8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. CST)
Prescription Treatment庐 brand
RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC. EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
AVERT庐
3568 TREE COURT IND. BLVD. MEDICAL: (800) 225-3320 PROSAR
ST. LOUIS, MO 63122 TRANSPORTATION: (800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC
Dry Flowable Cockroach Bait
EFFECTIVE DATE: OCTOBER 28, 1998 EPA REG. NO.: 499-294
Formula 1
SECTION 1: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS SECTION 6: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
ACGIH ACGIH OSHA Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Spilled material should be
TLV/TWA STEL PEL TLV/PEL carefully collected and containerized in a manner that produces the least amount of
Active Ingredients:
NE NE NE 40 mcg/m3* airborne dust. Suitable protective equipment should be worn during any spill clean-up
Abamectin: 0.05% (CAS #71751-41-2)
operation. Residual surface material may be removed with towels moistened with
[A mixture of avermectins containing
methanol.
>80% avermectin B1a (5-0-demethyl
Emergency Telephone Number of Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300
avermectin A1a) and <20% avermectin
(for transportation spills)
B1b (5-0-demethyl-25-de(1-methyl-
Waste Disposal Method: Pesticide Disposal: Wastes resulting from the use of this product
propyl)-25-(1-methylethyl) avermectin
may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility. Do not contaminate
A1a).] s
water, food or feed by disposal. Container Disposal: Do not reuse empty container. Wrap
*exposure limit recommended by
container and put in trash.
manufacturer of active ingredient.
All components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US Toxic In case of spillage, this product is subject to reporting requirements of the Comprehensive
Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory. Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
SECTION 2: PHYSICAL DATA SECTION 7: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Boiling Point: NA Vapor Density: NA Respiratory Protection: Not required when appyling finished product in Crack and
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): NA Evaporation Rate: NA Crevice 庐 fashion.
Vapor Pressure in Aerosol Can: NA Solubility in Water: Insoluble Ventilation: Provide adequate ventilation in treated areas.
Percent Volatile: 5.5% Appearance and Odor: Brown dust with Local Exhaust: Local exhaust ventilation must be provided where dust may enter the
Bulk Density: 42 lbs./ft.3 mild odor. work room environment. Mechanical: None required.
Special: Containment areas should have dedicated exhaust and dust collection
SECTION 3: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA systems (HEPA filters or collectors). Other: None required.
Protective Gloves: None required.
Flashpoint: NA
Eye Protection: None required. Safety glasses or goggles are recommended.
Flammable Limits: NE
Other Protective Equipment: None required.
LEL: 0.130 oz./ft.3 UEL: NE
NFPA 30B Flammability: NA
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Extinguishing Media: CO2, Dry Chemical
Special Firefighting Procedures: Avoid creating significant airborne dust. Respiratory Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Do not use on or contaminate fruit,
protection is recommended for fire fighters. vegetables or other food or feed crops. Do not apply to humans, animals, clothing or
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Can form an explosive mixture in air if lower bedding. Do not contaminate feed or food products or food preparation surfaces, dishes,
explosive limit is met. kitchen utensils and food containers. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Do not dispense this product with
power dusters in confined areas (i.e. attics, hot water heater closets, furnace rooms, etc.) in
SECTION 4: HEALTH HAZARD DATA the presence of open flames, such as pilot lights. Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals:
CAUTION - Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Do not breathe dust.
Routes of Entry:
Do not allow to contact skin, eyes or clothing. If contact occurs, wash skin with soap and
Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
warm water, or eyes with clean water. Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking
Primary Tertiary Secondary
or smoking and after handling. Wash all contaminated clothing thoroughly before reuse. Do
Health Hazard (Acute and Chronic) - Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
not apply where children (or domestic animals) are likely to come in frequent contact with
Eye: May cause some reversible eye irritation. Caused slight conjunctival irritation in albino
treated areas. Any powder visible after application is complete should be brushed into cracks
rabbits reversible in seven days. Caused a dull cornea in albino rabbits reversible in three
or crevices or removed. No generalized dusting should be done in household areas accessible
days.
to children or pets. Environmental Hazards: This pesticide is toxic to fish and wildlife. Do not
Skin: Non-irritating to skin. Primary irritation index = 0.00 for albino rabbits. Acute Dermal
apply directly to water. Do not contaminate water by cleaning of equipment or disposal of
toxicity - LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg in albino rabbits. Guinea pig dermal sensitization study showed
equipment washwaters. This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment or
material is not a primary skin irritant, fatiguing agent or skin sensitizer.
residues on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to
Ingestion & Inhalation: Acute Oral toxicity - LD50 > 5,000 mg/kg in albino rats. Particle
blooming crops or weeds if bees are visiting the treatment areas. Storage: Store in a tightly
size greatly reduces the possibility of inhalation.
closed container in a cool, dry place.
Carcinogenicity:
NTP? IARC Monograph? OSHA Regulated?
SECTION 9: HEALTH RATING INFORMATION (NFPA)
No No No
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Health - 1 Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 1
If Swallowed: Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back of
throat with finger. Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious
SECTION 10: SARA TITLE III/SEC. 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION
person. Get medical attention.
This product contains the following toxic chemical subject to the reporting requirements
If Inhaled: Remove patient to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if indicated. Seek
of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of 1986 and of
medical attention.
40 CFR 372:
If on Skin: Wash with soap and warm water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
If in Eyes: Flush with plenty of water. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. CAS# Chemical Name % by weight
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known. This product contains no Section 313 chemicals exceeding the de minimis concentration levels.
SECTION 5: REACTIVITY DATA SECTION 11: DOT SHIPPING INFORMATION
Stability: Indefinite Proper Shippng Name: Pesticide, NOI (not regulated)
Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Incompatability (Materials to Avoid): Abamectin can be hydrolyzed by strong, caustic
solution.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition in open flame creates
Product Code: 02-0310
NA - Not Applicable
toxic gases (including CO and CO2), toxic dust and smoke may be generated.
Prepared by: Dana M. Thomas
NE - Not Established
Hazardous Polymerization: None known.
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
ACL - Acceptable Ceiling Level
MPC - Maximum Peak Concentration
P/N 19-0733
SL310
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