Material Safety Data Sheet
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NU0GW Issue Date : February 2003 ISSUED by NUFARM
Infosafe No.
Product Name : Striker Herbicide
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Name NUFARM AUSTRALIA LIMITED. (ABN 80 004 377 780)
Address 103-105 Pipe Road Laverton North
Victoria 3026 Australia
Emergency Tel. 24hr 1800 033 498
Tel/Fax Tel: (03) 9282-1000 Fax: (03) 9282-1001
Other Information
IDENTIFICATION
Product Code 0632
Product Name Striker Herbicide
Proper Shipping None Allocated
Name
UN Number None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packing Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Poisons Schedule S5
Product Use For selective weed control of certain broadleaf and grass weeds as per the
Directions for Use table.
Physical Data
Appearance Amber liquid with an aromatic odour.
Melting Point N/A
Boiling Point 220-290掳C (for solvent)
Vapour Pressure <1x10-7 mmHg @ 25掳C (Oxyfluorfen)
Specific Gravity 1.08 @ 20掳C
Flash Point 71掳C
Explosion Data 0.8% LEL, 7% UEL for solvent
Other Properties
Volatile Component N/A
Autoignition Temp. >450掳C (solvent)
Vapour Density N/A
Form Liquid
Decomposition Not known, stable at 100掳C
Temperature
Other Information Emulsifies in water.
Ingredients
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4 100 %
Oxyfluorfen 42874-03-3 240 G/L
Solvent Naphtha 64742-94-5 612 G/L
Emulsifiers BALANCE
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects
Material Safety Data Sheet
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NU0GW Issue Date : February 2003 ISSUED by NUFARM
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Product Name : Striker Herbicide
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Acute - Swallowed The active ingredient in the concentrate is of low toxicity. However, the
solvent can be of concern if vomiting has occurred; aspiration of the vomit
into the lungs can cause mild to severe pulmonary injury and possibly death.
Acute - Eye The concentrate may cause irritation and pain.
Acute - Skin The concentrate is not considered a serious toxic hazard, but may cause
irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact with the concentrate can cause
defatting of the skin leading to secondary dermatitis.
Acute - Inhaled High vapour concentrations of the solvent while handling the concentrate
are irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract, may cause headaches
and dizziness, can be anaesthetic and may have other central nervous system
effects. Avoid working in, or inhaling spray mist.
Chronic Repeated over exposure can cause liver and kidney damage.
First Aid
Swallowed DO NOT induce vomiting.
Give plenty of water and seek medical help immediately and show the
container or label. If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons
Information Centre on 13 11 26.
Eye Irrigate with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes with eyelids
held open.
Skin Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use.
Inhaled Remove victim to fresh air until recovered. If breathing has stopped, give
artificial respiration.
Advice to Doctor
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically mainly for hydrocarbon solvent ingestion.
If product has been aspirated into the lung (e.g. from vomiting), consider
the possibility of chemical pneumonitis.
Other Health Hazard Information
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits Airborne Exposure Limits:
No exposure limit has been assigned to this material by NOHSC Australia.
However, the following Standards may apply:
TLV/TWA STEL
Oxyfluorfen 0.2 mg/m3 (recommended) 1.6 mg/m3 (recommended)
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone 25 ppm (skin) 75 ppm (skin)
Solvent, Naptha, petroleum 25 ppm -
Eng. Controls Natural ventilation only required. When handling the concentrate in confined
spaces it is advisable to use some forced ventilation to avoid build-up of
solvent vapours that may make working conditions unpleasant.
Personal Protection
Protective Equip. Avoid contact of product with eyes or skin. Do not inhale vapour or spray
mist. When preparing product for use, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the
wrist and neck, washable hat, elbow length PVC gloves and face shield.
After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face
thoroughly with soap and water. After each day's use, wash contaminated
clothing, gloves and face shield. Wash concentrate from skin and eyes
immediately.
Flammability
Fire Hazards Combustible. C1.
Material Safety Data Sheet
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NU0GW Issue Date : February 2003 ISSUED by NUFARM
Infosafe No.
Product Name : Striker Herbicide
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport
Storage and Transport STORAGE:
Store above 0掳C
Keep container tightly sealed and do not store with foods, seeds,
fertilisers or other pesticides if cross contamination can occur.
TRANSPORT:
Considered non-hazardous for transport by the Australian Code for the
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road or Rail.
SEA TRANSPORT:
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID N.O.S.
UN NO. 3082 Class 9 Packaging Group III
Proper Shipping None Allocated
Name
Spills and Disposal
Spills & Disposal Contain spill and absorb with sand or other solid absorbent. Collect in
sealed open-top containers for disposal.
Prevent from entering drains, sewers, waterways.
Triple rinse empty containers and add rinsate to spray tank. Puncture top,
sides and bottom and dispose of in landfill in accordance with local
regulations. On-site disposal of the concentrate is not acceptable.
Fire/Explosion Hazard
Fire/Explos. Hazard If involved in a fire, products of combustion may include hydrogen fluoride,
oxides of nitrogen and chlorinated compounds.
Fire fighting: The use of breathable air apparatus is indicated if fighting
fires that involves this product, especially if fighting in confined spaces.
Extinguishing media: Alcohol foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water fog.
Contain fire water and keep from entering waterways, sewers, drains etc.
Hazardous Reaction Store away from strong oxidising agents.
Polymerisation is not possible.
Hazchem Code None Allocated
OTHER INFORMATION
Material Safety Data Sheet
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Product Name : Striker Herbicide
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Toxicology Formulated product:
Acute LD50 oral (rat) >2,500 mg/Kg
dermal (rabbit) >2,000 mg/Kg
Oxyfluorfen:
Toxicity to fish:
LC50 (96hrs) (rainbow trout) 0.41 mg/L
(bluegill sunfish) 0.2 mg/L
(channel catfish) 0.4 mg/L
(grass shrimp) 32 ug/L
(eastern oyster) 95 ug/L
(fiddler crab) 1000 mg/L
(freshwater clam) 9.6 mg/L
Toxicity to birds:
LC50 (mallard duck) >5,000 mg/kg (8 day feeding)
LC50 (bobwhite quail) >5,000 mg/kg (8 day feeding)
LD50 acute oral (bobwhite quail) >2,150 mg/kg
Toxicity to bees: Not toxic to bees.
The Australian Acceptable Intake (ADI) of Oxyfluorfen for a human is
0.025 mg/kg/day, set for the public for daily, lifetime exposure. This is
based on the NOEL of 2.5mg/kg/day, the level determined to show no effects
during long term exposure for the most sensitive indicators and the most
sensitive species.
(Ref: Comm. Dept. of Health and Ageing, 'ADI List', TGA, September 2002).
Environ. Protection Marine pollutant.
Dangerous to fish.
Do NOT spray in high winds.
Do not contaminate dams or waterways with product or empty containers.
The product is a total herbicide. After use, wash out equipment thoroughly
and ensure that it is clean before using the equipment for any other purpose
Pkg. & Labelling CAUTION
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING
The product has been assessed according to the Worksafe criteria for
classifying hazardous substances and is classified as hazardous.
Risk Phrases:
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R65 Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S2 Keep out of the reach of children
S20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37/38 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection.
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting; seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
CONTACT POINT
Contact Normal Hours: Mr Volker Maier Phone: (03) 9282 1000
After Hours: Shift Supervisor Phone: 1800 033 498
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