MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SURFLAN庐 A.S. Herbicide Rev. 2 Effective Date: 12/2/04
SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT: Surflan A.S. Herbicide
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: United Phosphorus, Inc.
423 Riverview Plaza
Trenton, NJ 08611
1-800-247-1557 or www.upi-usa.com
FOR MEDICAL EMERGENCIES, contact the National Pesticide Information Center at 1-800-858-7378
FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY: Spill, leak, fire, exposure, or accident, call CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 2 COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Oryzalin: 3,5-Dinitro- CAS# 019044-88-3 40.4%
N4,N4-dipropyl-sulfanilamide
Inert Ingredients, Total, Including: 59.6%
Propylene Glycol CAS# 000057-55-6
Glycerin CAS# 000056-81-5
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). In
addition, other substances not 鈥楬azardous鈥? per this OSHA Standard may be listed. Where proprietary ingredient
shows, the identity may be made available as provided in this standard.
SECTION 3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Hazardous chemical. Opaque bright orange liquid with a slight aromatic odor. May cause eye and skin irritation.
LD50 for skin absorption is >5000 mg/kg. Oral LD50 is >5000 mg/kg. Inhalation LC50 is >6.30 mg/L. Toxic to
avian and aquatic organisms.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section includes possible adverse effects, which could occur if this
material is not handled in the recommended manner.
EYE: May cause slight temporary eye irritation. Corneal injury is unlikely.
SKIN: Prolonged contact may cause skin irritation with local redness. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin contact
may cause an allergic skin reaction in some individuals. Prolonged skin contact is unlikely to result in absorption of
harmful amounts. The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >5000 mg/kg.
INGESTION: Very low toxicity if swallowed. The oral LD50 for rats and mice is 5000 mg/kg. Harmful effects not
anticipated from swallowing small amounts.
INHALATION: At room temperature, exposure to vapor is minimal low volatility; vapor from heated material may
cause respiratory irritation and other effects. The LC50 for rats was >6.30 mg/L in 4 hours.
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS: Contains component(s) which, in animals, have been
shown to cause liver, kidney, bladder, spleen or blood effects. For propylene glycol, in humans, symptoms may
include central nervous system depression (headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and incoordination.
CANCER INFORMATION: Thyroid follicular cell tumors observed in rats were considered a secondary response
caused by mechanisms not relevant to humans. Benign skin and adnexal tumors observed in rats may also have been
secondary to thyroid effects.
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TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Oryzalin did not cause birth defects in animals; other fetal effects occurred
only at doses toxic to the mother.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: For the majority of components, in animal studies, did not interfere with
reproduction. Reproductive effects seen in female animals are believed to be due to altered nutritional states
resulting from extremely high doses of glycerin given in the diet. Similar effects have been seen in animals fed
synthetic diets.
SECTION 4 FIRST AID
IF IN EYES
Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after
the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF ON SKIN
Wash skin with plenty of water.
IF SWALLOWED
Seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel.
IF INHALED
Move person to fresh air; if effects occur, consult a physician.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Treatment of exposure should be directed at the control of
symptoms and the clinical condition of the patient.
SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT: No ignition up to 200掳F (93.3掳C)
METHOD USED: SCC
FLAMMABLE LIMITS
LFL: Water based product
UFL: Water based product
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: Water based product
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: This product is a water based suspension and will not burn.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: This material will not burn until a sufficient amount of water has
evaporated. At this point, the material will exhibit the flammability characteristics of propylene glycol and oryzalin.
The explosive potential of oryzalin as an airborne dust is rated as severe. The minimum ignition temperature for a
dust cloud is 714掳F (379掳C).
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: This product is a water based suspension and will not burn. However, if product
is involved in a fire, wear positive-pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS: Use absorbent material to contain and clean up small spills and dispose as
waste. For large spills, contact CHEMTREC at 800-424-9300. Prevent runoff.
SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children. Harmful if
swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin. Causes eye irritation. May cause skin sensitization reactions in
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certain individuals. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or spray mist. Do not
contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal. Store in original container only. Read the product label for
personal protective equipment, which may be required by the Worker Protection Standard of 1993.
SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
These precautions are suggested for conditions where the potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions may
require additional precautions.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINE(S):
Propylene glycol: AIHA WEEL is 50 ppm total, 10 mg/M3 aerosol only.
Glycerin: ACGIH TLV is 10 mg/M3. OSHA PEL is 10 mg/M3 total, 5 mg/M3 respirable.
PELs are in accord with those recommended by OSHA, as in the 1989 revision of PELs.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below
the exposure guidelines.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING, COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
WORKERS:
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should be maintained below the exposure guideline. For
most conditions, no respiratory protection should be needed; however, if handling at elevated temperatures without
sufficient ventilation, use a NIOSH approved air-purifying respirator.
SKIN PROTECTION: When prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur, use chemically protective
clothing resistant to this material. Selection of specific items such as faceshield, gloves, boots, apron, or full-body
suit will depend on operation.
APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Please refer to the product label for personal protective
clothing and equipment.
SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT: (@ 1 atmosphere) 212掳F (100掳C) VAPOR PRESSURE: Approximately 23 mm Hg @ 25掳C
VAPOR DENSITY: 1.178 relative to air @ 25掳C SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible in water
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.138 to 1.239 @ 25掳C APPEARANCE: Bright orange opaque liquid
ODOR: Slight aromatic odor pH: (aqueous 50/50) 5.0 to 6.8
SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: (CONDITIONS TO AVOID) This product is water-based and as such is stable under normal
handling conditions. If the water in the mixture evaporates; however, the resultant mixture should be handled with
care. The explosive potential of oryzalin as an airborne dust is rated as severe. The minimum ignition temperature
for a dust cloud is 714掳F (379掳C)
INCOMPATIBILITY: (SPECIFIC MATERIALS TO AVOID) None known
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Nitrogen oxides and other toxic gases and fumes may be
formed if product is involved in a fire.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to occur.
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SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
MUTAGENICITY: For oryzalin and propylene glycol: in-vitro and animal mutagenicity studies were negative.
SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING:
Based largely or completely on information for oryzalin. Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF is <100 or Log
Pow <3).
DEGRADATION & PERSISTENCE:
Based largely or completely on information for oryzalin. Degradation is expected in the soil environment within
days to weeks.
ECOTOXICOLOGY:
Based largely or completely on information for oryzalin. Material is highly toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute
basis (LC50 or EC50 is between 0.1 and 1 mg/L in most sensitive species).
Material is slightly toxic to birds on an acute basis (LD50 is between 501 and 2000 mg/kg.
Acute oral LD50 in bobwhite (Colinus virginianus) is 1046 mg/kg.
Acute contact LD50 in honeybee (Apis mellifera) is >100 碌g.
Acute oral LD50 for honeybee (Apis mellifera) is >110 碌g.
SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal. Wastes resulting from the
use of this product may be used according to label directions or disposed of at an approved waste disposal facility.
SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION:
This material is not regulated for transportation.
SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date
shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change
and may differ from one location to another; it is the buyer鈥檚 responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with
federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The following specific information is made for the purpose of complying
with numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws and regulations.
U.S. REGULATIONS
SARA 313 INFORMATION: This product contains the following substances subject to the reporting requirements
of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372:
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION
ORYZALIN 019044-88-3 40.4%
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories"
promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA
Title III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories:
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An immediate health hazard
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required
to be listed on the TSCA inventory.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product components are cited on certain state lists as mentioned. Non-
listed components may be shown in the composition section of the MSDS.
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST
1,2,3-Propanetriol
(Glycerin) 000056-81-5 PA1
1,2-Propanediol
(Propylene Glycol) 000057-55-6 PA1
PA1=Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at > or = to 1.0%).
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA) RATINGS:
CATEGORY RATING
Health 2
Flammability 0
Reactivity 0
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT
(CERCLA, or SUPERFUND): To the best of our knowledge, this product contains no chemical subject to
reporting under CERCLA.
SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS STATUS: Revision 2 replaces Version 1, 9/10/03.
Reason for revision: formatting throughout; update company and emergency contact information; update Section 4
First Aid.
THIS INFORMATION IN THIS MSDS IS BASED ON DATA AVAILABLE AS OF THE REVISION DATE GIVEN
HEREIN, AND BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT. CONTACT UNITED PHOSPHORUS, INC. TO CONFIRM IF YOU HAVE
THE MOST CURRENT MSDS. JUDGMENTS AS TO THE SUITABILITY OF THE INFORMATION HEREIN FOR THE
INDIVIDUAL鈥橲 OWN USE OR PURPOSES IS NECESSARILY THE INDIVIDUAL鈥橲 OWN RESPONSIBILITY.
ALTHOUGH REASONABLE CARE HAS BEEN TAKEN IN THE PREPARATION OF SUCH INFORMATION, UNITED
PHOSPHORUS, INC. EXTENDS NO WARRANTIES, MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, AND ASSUMES NO
RESPONSIBILITY AS TO THE ACCURACY OR SUITABILITY OF SUCH INFORMATION FOR APPLICATION TO THE
INDIVIDUAL鈥橲 PURPOSES OR THE CONSEQUENCES OF ITS USE.
This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) serves different purposes than and DOES NOT REPLACE OR MODIFY THE EPA-
APPROVED PRODUCT LABELING (attached to and accompanying the product container). This MSDS provides important
health, safety, and environmental information for employers, employees, emergency responders and others handling large
quantities of the product in activities generally other than product use, while the labeling provides that information specifically
for product use in the ordinary course.
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