Material Safety Data Sheet # 318
Hercules Chemical Company Inc.
111 South Street
Passaic NJ 07055-7398
Information Telephone: 1-800 221-9330
Internet: www.herchem.com
NFPA HMIS PPE Transport Symbol
Preparation Date 16-Jul-2006 Revision Date Revision Number 0
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Hercules Break-Thru Root Force Foaming Root Destroyer
Recommended Use Root Destroyer
Supplier Address
Hercules Chemical Company, Inc.
111 South St.
Passaic, NJ 07055
TEL: 973-778-5000
Company Emergency Phone Number 1-800-221-9330
Emergency Telephone Number Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
WARNING!
Emergency Overview
May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin
May cause skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation
May cause sensitization by skin contact
May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis
Appearance Light tan Physical State Solid Powder Odor Aromatic
Potential Health Effects
Principle Routes of Exposure Skin contact, Ingestion.
Acute Effects
Eyes May cause irritation.
Skin May be harmful in contact with skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Repeated or
prolonged skin contact may cause allergic reactions with susceptible persons.
Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. May cause allergic respiratory reaction.
Ingestion May be harmful if swallowed. May cause additional affects as listed under "Inhalation".
Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Chronic Effects Repeated contact may cause allergic reactions in very susceptible persons. Avoid repeated
exposure.
Aggravated Medical Conditions Allergies. Skin disorders. Respiratory disorders.
Interactions with Other Chemicals Irritants. Sensitizers. Epoxies.
Potential Environmental Effects See Section 12 for additional Ecological information
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3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS-No Weight %
Kaolinite, Hydrous Aluminum Silicate 1332-58-7 30-60
Lauric acid diethanolamide condensate 120-40-1 1-5
Sodium N-methyl-N-oleoyltaurine 137-20-2 1-5
Dichlobenil 1194-65-6 0.5
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. If
symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call
a physician.
Inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Ingestion Immediate medical attention is not required. Rinse mouth. Drink plenty of water. Do not induce
vomiting.
Notes to Physician May cause sensitization of susceptible persons.
Protection of First-aiders Use personal protective equipment.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammable Properties Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
Powdered material may form explosive dust-air mixtures.
Flash Point Not applicable
Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local
circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact Not sensitive
Sensitivity to static discharge Yes
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective
gear
NFPA Health 2 Flammability 1 Instability 0 Physical Hazard -
HMIS Health 2 Flammability 1 Instability 0 Personal Protection B
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Use personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes.
Methods for Containment Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Methods for Clean-up Use personal protective equipment. Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize
spreading and keep powder dry. Take up mechanically and collect in suitable container for
disposal. Avoid dust formation. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling Ensure adequate ventilation. Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid contact with skin,
eyes and clothing.
Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of the reach of children.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
Chemical Name ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL NIOSH IDLH
3 3
Kaolinite, Hydrous Aluminum TWA: 2 mg/m TWA: 10 mg/m
3
Silicate TWA: 5 mg/m
Engineering Controls Showers
Eyewash stations
Ventilation systems
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection Safety glasses with side-shields.
Skin Protection Long sleeved clothing. Impervious gloves.
Respiratory Protection If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory
protection should be worn. Positive-pressure supplied air respirators may be required for high
airborne contaminant concentrations. Respiratory protection must be provided in accordance
with current local regulations.
General Hygiene Considerations When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-
use.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Odor
Light tan Aromatic
Physical State pH
Solid Powder No information available
Flash Point Autoignition Temperature
Not applicable Not applicable
Boiling Point/Range Melting Point/Range
No data available No data available
Flammability Limits in Air No data available
Specific Gravity Water Solubility
0.6 partly soluble
Solubility VOC Content
No data available Not applicable
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Conditions to Avoid None known.
Incompatible Materials None known.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Silicon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity
Product Information Product does not present an acute toxicity hazard based on known or supplied information
Chemical Name LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation
Lauric acid diethanolamide 2700 mg/kg ( Rat )
condensate
Sodium N-methyl-N-oleoyltaurine 1700 mg/kg ( Rat )
Dichlobenil 2710 mg/kg ( Rat ) 1350 mg/kg ( Rabbit )
Chronic Toxicity
Chronic Toxicity Repeated contact may cause allergic reactions in very susceptible persons. Avoid repeated
exposure.
Carcinogenicity There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product.
Reproductive Effects This product does not contain any known or suspected reproductive hazards.
Target Organ Effects Skin, Respiratory system.
Endocrine Disruptor Information This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Ecotoxicity effects.
Chemical Name Freshwater Algae Freshwater Fish Microtox Water Flea
Dichlobenil EC50 = 10 mg/L 48 h
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Method This material, as supplied, is not a hazardous waste according to state and Federal regulations
(40 CFR 261)
Contaminated Packaging Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Not regulated
TDG Not regulated
MEX Not regulated
ICAO Not regulated
IATA Not regulated
IMDG/IMO Not regulated
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
International Inventories
TSCA Complies
DSL/NDSL Complies
EINECS/ELINCS Does not Comply
ENCS Does not Comply
CHINA Complies
KECL Complies
PICCS Complies
AICS Complies
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313
Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA). This product does not contain any
chemicals which are subject to the reporting requirements of the Act and Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 372.
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories
Acute Health Hazard Yes
Chronic Health Hazard Yes
Fire Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard No
Reactive Hazard No
Clean Water Act
This product contains the following substances which are regulated pollutants pursuant to the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 122.21 and 40
CFR 122.42)
Chemical Name CWA - Reportable CWA - Toxic Pollutants CWA - Priority Pollutants CWA - Hazardous
Quantities Substances
Dichlobenil 100 lb X
CERCLA
This material, as supplied, contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under the Comprehensive
Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302)
Chemical Name Hazardous Substances RQs Extremely Hazardous Substances RQs
Dichlobenil 100 lb
U.S. State Regulations
California Proposition 65
This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. State Right-to-Know Regulations
Chemical Name Massachusetts New Jersey Pennsylvania Illinois Rhode Island
Dichlobenil X X X
International Regulations
Canada
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the
MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR.
WHMIS Hazard Class
D2B Toxic materials
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
Preparation Date 16-Jul-2006
Revision Date
Revision Summary No information available
Disclaimer
The information provided on this MSDS is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its
publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation,
disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the
specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other material or in any
process, unless specified in the text.
End of MSDS
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