MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Greenhouse Flowable Insecticide/Miticide
EFFECTIVE DATE: MARCH 26, 1999 EPA REG. NO.: 279-3105-499
SECTION 1: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS SECTION 6: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES (cont'd.)
Emergency Telephone Number of Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300
Ingredient Name: EU No. PEL/TLV EU Class
(for transportation spills)
Bifenthrin: 7.9% (CAS #82657-04-3) None None None
Waste Disposal Method: Open dumping or burning of this pesticide or its packaging is
Propylene Glycol: <6.2% (CAS #57-55-6) None 10mg/m3 WEEL None
prohibited. Do not contaminate water, food or feed by disposal. Pesticide Disposal: If spilled
All components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US Toxic
material cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, an acceptable method
Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.
of disposal is to incinerate in accordance with local, state and national environmental laws,
SECTION 2: PHYSICAL DATA rules, standards and regulations. Container Disposal: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer
for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incinera-
Flash Point: >100掳C (>212掳 F) Weight per Volume: 8.53 lb/gal. (1024g/L)
tion, or, if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.
Specific Gravity: 1.024 @ 20掳C (H2O=1) Solubility in Water: Disperses
In case of spillage, this product is subject to reporting requirements of the Comprehen-
pH: 6.7 Appearance and Odor: Beige liquid with
sive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
Molecular Weight: 422.88 (bifenthrin) bland odor.
SECTION 7: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
SECTION 3: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Respiratory Protection: Not required.
Extinguishing Media: Foam, CO2 or dry chemical. Soft stream water fog only if
Ventilation: Use local exhaust at all process locations where vapor or mist may be emitted.
necessary. Contain all runoff.
Ventilate all transport vehicles prior to unloading.
Degree of Fire/Explosion Hazard: Slightly combustible. This material may support
Protective Gloves: Chemical resistant gloves such as barrier laminate, butyl rubber, nitrile
combustion at elevated temperatures.
rubber, neoprene rubber, polyvinyl chloride or viton. Thoroughly wash the outside of gloves
Special Firefighting Procedures: Isolate fire area. Evacuate downwind. Wear full
with soap and water prior to removal. Inspect regularly for leaks.
protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not breathe smoke,
Eye Protection: Not required for applicators. Wear chemical protective goggles or face
gases or vapors generated.
shield when mixing.
SECTION 4: HEALTH HAZARD DATA Other Protective Equipment: Applicators and other handlers must wear long-sleeved shirt
and long pants, and shoes plus socks. Early reentry calls for coveralls and shoes plus socks.
Threshold Limit Value: NE
Routes of Entry:
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Inhalation? Skin? Ingestion?
Secondary Tertiary Primary Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Hazards to Humans and Domestic Animals:
Health Hazard (Acute and Chronic) - Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: CAUTION - Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with
Ingestion: Acute oral LD50 = 632 mg/kg (rats). Large doses of bifenthrin ingested by labo- skin, eyes or clothing. Avoid breathing dust (vaport or spray mist). Clean water should be
ratory animals produced signs of toxicity including convulsions, tremors and bloody nasal available for washing in case of eye or skin contamination. Wash hands prior to eating,
discharge. Bifenthrin does not cause acute delayed neurotoxicity. drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Shower at the end of the workday.
Skin: Acute dermal LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg (rabbit). Contact with bifenthrin may occasionally Environmental Hazards: This pesticide is extremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates.
produce skin sensations such as numbing, burning and tingling. These skin sensations are For terrestrial uses, do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present
reversible and usually subside within 12 hours. or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Drift and run-off from treated areas
Inhalation: Acute inhalation LC50 = 11.58 mg/L/1hr (rats). may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in neighboring areas. Do not contaminate water
Eyes: Practically non-irritating. when disposing of equipment washwaters. This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to
Carcinogenicity: direct treatment or residues on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow
NTP? IARC Monograph? OSHA Regulated? to drift to blooming crops if bees are visiting the treatment area. Storage: Keep out of reach
No No No of children and animals. Store in original containers only. Store in a cool, dry place and avoid
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: excess heat. Do not contaminte other pesticides, fertilizers, water, food or feed by storage.
If Swallowed: Call a physician or poison control center. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and
induce vomiting by touching back of throat with finger or by giving syrup of ipecac. Do not SECTION 9: HEALTH RATING INFORMATION (NFPA)
induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Health - 2 Flammability - 1 Reactivity - 1
If Inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration, preferably
mouth-to-mouth. Get medical attention.
SECTION 10: SARA TITLE III/SEC. 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION
If on Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention.
If in Eyes: Flush with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists. This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting require-
Note to Medical Doctor: This product is a pyrethroid. If large amounts have been ingested, ments of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of
the stomach and intestine should be evacuated. Treatment is symptomatic and support- 1986 and of 40 CFR 372:
ive. Digestible fats, oils, or alcohol may increase absorption and so should be avoided. CAS# Chemical Name % by weight
Reversible skin sensations (parasthesia) may occur and ordinary skin salves have been 82657-04-3 Bifenthrin 7.9%
found useful in reducing discomfort.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None presently known.
SECTION 11: DOT SHIPPING INFORMATION
SECTION 5: REACTIVITY DATA PACKAGES LESS THAN 119 GALLONS/450L IN VOLUME:
Proper Shipping Name: Not Regulated.
Stability: Stable.
BULK PACKAGES
Conditions/Materials to Avoid(Incompatibility): Excessive heat and fire.
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substances, Liquid, N.O.S.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, chlorine,
(Bifenthrin 7.9%)
fluorine, hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride.
Hazard Class: 9 ID #: UN 3028 PG: III
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 6: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Isolate and post spill area. Wear
protective clothing and personal protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons and
animals out of the area. Keep material out of streams and sewers. Dike to confine spill and
NA - Not Applicable Product Code: 09-2321 (4 x 4 qt.)
absorb with an absorbent such as clay, sand or soil. Vacuum, shovel or pump waste into a
NE - Not Established Prepared by: Dana M. Thomas
drum and label contents. To clean and neutralize spill area, tools and equipment, wash with
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
a suitable solution of caustic/soda ash and an appropriate alcohol (methanol, ethanol or
ACL - Acceptable Ceiling Level
isopropanol). Follow this by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Absorb, as
MPC - Maximum Peak Concentration
above, any excess liquid and add to the drums of waste already collected. Repeat if nec-
essary.
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