Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
SePRO Corporation
Carmel, IN 46032-4562
Effective Date: 10/20/01
EPA Reg. Number: 67690-4
SONAR* A.S. Herbicide
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is low. The oral
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
LD50 for rats is >500 mg/kg. Small amounts swallowed
PRODUCT: Sonar* A.S. Herbicide incidental to normal handling operations are not likely to
cause injury; however, swallowing larger amounts may
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: cause injury.
SePRO Corporation
11550 North Meridian Street, Suite 600 INHALATION: At room temperature, vapors are minimal
Carmel, IN 46032-4562 due to physical properties; a single exposure is not likely
to be hazardous.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS:
Fluridone: 1-Methyl-3-phenyl- CAS # 059756-60-4 41.7% Fluridone, in animals, has been shown to cause liver and
5-(3-(Trifluoro-methyl)phenyl)- kidney effects.
4(1H)-Pyridinone
Inert Ingredients, Total, Including 58.3% CANCER INFORMATION: Fluridone did not cause
Propylene Glycol CAS # 000057-55-6 cancer in laboratory animal studies.
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Fluridone did not
Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). cause birth defects; other fetal effects occurred only at
In addition, other substances not 鈥楬azardous鈥? per this doses toxic to the mother.
OSHA Standard may be listed. Where proprietary
ingredient shows, the identity may be made available as REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: Fluridone did not interfere
provided in this standard. with reproduction in animal studies.
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS:
4. FIRST AID:
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
EYE: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with
Light tan to gray opaque liquid with a slight odor. May
water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
cause eye and skin irritation. LD50 for skin absorption in
present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing
rabbits is >2000 mg/kg. Oral LD50 for rats is >500 mg/kg.
eyes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 800-535-5053
advice.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section
SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
includes possible adverse effects, which could
immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a
occur if this material is not handled in the
poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
recommended manner.
INGESTION: Call a poison control center or doctor
EYE: May cause slight (temporary) eye irritation. Corneal
immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a
injury is unlikely.
glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting
SKIN: Prolonged exposure may cause slight skin unless told to do so by the poison control center or
irritation. A single prolonged exposure is not likely to doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious
result in the material being absorbed through the skin in person.
harmful amounts. The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits
is >2000 mg/kg. Fluridone did not cause allergic skin INHALATION: Move person to fresh air. If person is not
reactions when tested in guinea pigs. breathing, call 911 or ambulance, then give artificial
respiration, preferably by mouth to mouth. Call a poison
control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
SePRO Corporation
Carmel, IN 46032-4562
Effective Date: 10/20/01
EPA Reg. Number: 67690-4
SONAR* A.S. Herbicide
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: Propylene Glycol: AIHA
care. Treatment based on judgment of the physician in WEEL is 50 ppm total, 10 mg/M3 aerosol only.
response to reactions of the patient.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
local exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below
FLASH POINT: 200掳F (93.3掳C) the exposure guidelines.
METHOD USED: SCC
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING,
COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
FLAMMABLE LIMITS:
WORKERS:
LFL: Not applicable
UFL: Not applicable
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Product is a water-based should be maintained below the exposure guidelines. If
suspension and will not burn. If product is involved in a respiratory irritation is experienced, use a NIOSH
fire and the water evaporates, use a water fog, CO2, dry approved air-purifying respirator.
chemical or foam as extinguishing methods.
SKIN PROTECTION: Use gloves impervious to this
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: This product will not
material when prolonged or frequently repeated contact
burn until a sufficient amount of water has evaporated. At
could occur.
this point, the product will exhibit the flammability
characteristics of the organic portion of this formulation.
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses.
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate the hazard area
and deny unnecessary entry. Highly toxic fumes are
APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Refer to
released in fire situations.
the product label for personal protective clothing and
equipment.
FIREFIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Wear positive-pressure,
self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
clothing.
BOILING POINT: (@ 1 atmosphere ) 212掳F (100掳C)
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES: SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Disperses in water
VAPOR PRESSURE: Approximately 2.3 mmHg @ 25掳C
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS AND LEAKS: Use
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.15 @ 25掳C
absorbent material to contain and clean up small spills
APPEARANCE: Light tan to gray opaque liquid
and dispose as waste. Report large spills to CHEMTREC
ODOR: Slight
and consult SePRO Corporation for assistance. Prevent
pH: (aqueous 50/50) 8.45
runoff.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STABILITY: Stable under normal storage conditions.
STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children. Harmful if
INCOMPATIBILITY: (Specific materials to avoid) Avoid
swallowed, absorbed through the skin, or inhaled. Avoid
freezing.
breathing spray mist or contact with skin, eyes, or cloth-
ing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: If water
Wash exposed clothing before reuse.
evaporates, residues may product harmful vapors under
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL fire conditions.
PROTECTION: HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to occur.
These precautions are suggested for conditions where
the potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions
may require additional precautions.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
SePRO Corporation
Carmel, IN 46032-4562
Effective Date: 10/20/01
EPA Reg. Number: 67690-4
SONAR* A.S. Herbicide
U.S. REGULATIONS
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
MUTAGENICITY: For fluridone, in-vitro mutagenicity SARA TITLE III, SECTION 313: To the best of our
studies were predominantly negative and animal knowledge, this product contains no chemical subject to
mutagenicity studies were negative. SARA Title III, Section 313 supplier notification
requirements.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been
Follow label use directions carefully so as to avoid reviewed according to the EPA 鈥淗azard Categories鈥?
adverse effects on non-target organisms. In order to promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the
avoid impact on threatened or endangered aquatic plant Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
or animal species, users must consult their state fish and (SARA Title III) and is considered, under applicable defin-
game agency or the U.S. Fire and wildlife Service before itions, to meet the following categories:
making applications. Do not contaminate water when
disposing of equipment wash waters. Trees and shrubs An Immediate Health Hazard
growing in water treated with Sonar A.S. may occasional- A Delayed Health Hazard
ly develop chlorosis. Do not apply in tidewater or brackish
waters. Low rates should be used in shallow areas where NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA
the water depth is considerably less than the average 701): (4=Extreme; 3=High; 2=Moderate; 0=Insignificant)
depth of the entire treatment site, for example shallow
shoreline areas. Health 1
Flammability 0
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Reactivity: 0
DISPOSAL: Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product
storage or disposal. Wastes resulting from the use of this components are cited on certain state lists as mentioned.
product may be disposed of on site per label use Non-listed components may be shown in Section 1 of the
directions or at an approved waste disposal facility. MSDS.
Follow all local, state, and federal requirements for
disposal. Chemical Name CAS Number List
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
Propylene Glycol 000057-55-6 PA1
For DOT regulatory information, if required, consult
(1,2-Propanediol)
transportation regulations, product shipping papers, or
your SePRO Corporation representative.
PA1=Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at >/=
to 1.0%).
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All
faith and believed to be accurate as of the effective date ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required
shown above. However, no warranty, express or implied, to be listed on the TSCA inventory.
is given. Regulatory requirements are subject to change
and may differ from one location to another; it is the OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This
buyer鈥檚 responsibility to ensure that its activities comply product is a 鈥渉azardous Chemical鈥? as defined by the
with federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
following specific information is made for the purpose of 1910.1200).
complying with numerous federal, state or provincial, and
local laws and regulations.
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
SePRO Corporation
Carmel, IN 46032-4562
Effective Date: 10/20/01
EPA Reg. Number: 67690-4
SONAR* A.S. Herbicide
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
MSDS STATUS: Revised Sections: 3 & 8
Reference: DR-0336-1679
Replaces MSDS Dated: 7/1/98
The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But No
Warranty, Express or Implied, Is Made. Consult SePRO
Corporation for Further Information.
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