MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET SABER庐 HERBICIDE
FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT, CALL CHEMTREC - DAY OR NIGHT 1-800-424-9300
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
FORMULATED FOR:
Loveland Products, Inc. 24-Hour Emergency Phone: 1-800-424-9300
P.O. Box 1286 鈥? Greeley, CO 80632-1286 Medical Emergencies: 1-800-301-7976
PRODUCT NAME: SABER庐 HERBICIDE
CHEMICAL NAME: 2,4-D; Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Phenoxy Herbicide
EPA REG. NO.: 34704-803
MSDS Number: 000803-03-LPI MSDS Revisions: New Date Of Issue: 11/17/03 Supersedes: New
2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Ingredients: Percentage by Weight: CAS No. TLV (Units)
10 mg/m3
Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-D 46.60 2008-39-1
2,4-D Acid (CAS: 94-75-7)
100 mg/m3 C
Ethylene glycol 53.40 107-21-1
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SUMMARY
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 鈥? DANGER 鈥? PELIGRO 鈥? Si usted no entiende la etiqueta, busque a alguien para que se la explique a usted
en detaile (If you do not understand the label, find someone to explain it to you in detail.) Corrosive, causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if
swallowed or absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid breathing spray mist. Prolonged or frequently repeated
skin contact may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
This product is a clear to amber liquid with 鈥渇ishy鈥? amine-like odor. Primary routes of entry are Inhalation, eye contact and skin contact.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
If swallowed: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Do not induce vomiting. Drink promptly a large quantity of milk, egg whites, gelatin
solution, or if these are not available, drink large quantities of water. Avoid alcohol.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention.
If in eyes: Hold eyelids open and flush with a steady, gentle stream of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
If in eyes, specialized ophthalmologic attention may be necessary. If swallowed probable mucosal damage may
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN:
contraindicate gastric lavage. There is no specific antidote; treat symptomatically.
FOR A MEDICAL EMERGENCY INVOLVING THIS PRODUCT CALL: 1-800-301-7976.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
215OF/101.7OC
FLASH POINT (掳F/Test Method):
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (LEL & UEL): None established
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use medium appropriate to surrounding fire. Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray or fog.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Ammonia, oxides of nitrogen, chlorine-containing compounds and other unknown hazardous materials
may be formed in a fire situation.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing. Fight fire from upwind and keep
all non-essential personnel out of area of intense smoke.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: If water is used to fight fire and/or cool containers, contain runoff, using dikes to prevent
contamination of water supplies.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Contain spill and absorb with suitable absorbent, sweep up material and transfer to containers for possible land application according to label use or for
proper disposal. Wash spill area with water containing strong detergent, absorb and sweep up as above. Check local, state and federal regulations for
proper disposal.
CAUTION: Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of municipal sewers and open bodies of water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove clothing immediately if pesticide
gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the
outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry, locked storage area inaccessible to children and pets. Avoid contamination of fertilizers, seeds, plants,
insecticides, and fungicides in storage. Keep from freezing. Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Do not
contaminate water supplies by handling and storage of product.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: When handlers use enclosed cabs or aircraft in a manner that meets with requirements in the Worker Protection
Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240 (d)(4-6), the handler PPE requirements may be reduced
or modified as specified in the WPS.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not normally required, if vapors or dusts exceed acceptable levels, wear a MSHA/NIOSH approved pesticide
respirator.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical goggles or shielded safety glasses.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear protective clothing: long-sleeved shirts and pants, hat, rubber boots with socks. Wear rubber or chemical-
resistant gloves.
OSHA PEL 8 hr TWA ACGIH TLV-TWA
10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
2,4-D Acid
100 mg/m3 (Ceiling 鈥? Mist)
Ethylene Glycol Not listed
EPA HANDLER REQUIREMENTS
Worker Protection Standard 鈥? 40 CFR 170
Personal Protective Equipment: Applicators and other handlers must wear: long sleeved shirt and long pants, chemical-resistant gloves, such as
barrier laminate, nitrile rubber, neoprene rubber or Viton庐, shoes plus socks, and protective eyewear. Discard clothing and other absorbent materials
that have been drenched or heavily contaminated with this product鈥檚 concentrate. Do not reuse them. Follow manufacturer鈥檚 instructions for cleaning and
maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. After each day
of use, clothing or PPE must no be reused until it has been cleaned. For containers over 1 gallon and less than 5 gallons in capacity: Mixers and
loaders who do not use a mechanical system (probe and pump, or spigot) to transfer the product must wear coveralls or a chemical-resistant apron in
addition to other PPE. For containers of 5 gallons or more in capacity: A mechanical system (probe and pump, or spigot) must be used for
transferring the contents of this container. If the contents of a non-refillable pesticide container are emptied, the probe must be rinsed before removal. If
the mechanical system is used in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the Worker Protection Standard [40 CFR 170.240 (d)(4), the handler
PPE requirements may be reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Clear to amber liquid with 鈥渇ishy鈥? amine-like odor. SOLUBILITY: Emulsifies
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (Water = 1): 1.167 g/ml BULK DENSITY: 9.74 lbs/gal. pH: 9.5-10.5
VAPOR PRESSURE: 9.0 mm Hg BOILING POINT: Not established
PERCENT VOLATILE (by volume): Not established EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): 0.0889
Note: These physical data are typical values based on material tested but may vary from sample to sample.
Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or as specification items.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme heat or extreme cold.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong bases and oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ammonia, oxides of nitrogen, chlorine-containing compounds and other unknown hazardous materials
may be formed in a fire situation. Incomplete combustion may lead to formation of oxides of carbon.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral LD50 (rat): 1100 mg/kg Acute Dermal LD50 (rabbit): > 2000 mg/kg
Eye Irritation (rabbit): Corrosive; causes irreversible eye damage Skin Irritation (rabbit): Non-irritating.
Inhalation LC50 (rat): >5.00 mg/L (24 HR) Skin Sensitization (guinea pig): Not established.
Carcinogenic Potential: None listed in OSHA, NTP or ACGIH; IARC Group 2B (limited evidence for carcinogenicity in humans).
Target Organs: 2,4-D: Skin, CNS, liver, kidneys
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target area. Do not apply when a temperature inversion exists. This product is toxic to aquatic
invertebrates. Drift or runoff may adversely affect aquatic invertebrates and non-target plants. For terrestrial uses, do not apply directly to water, or to areas
where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash water.
Do not apply where runoff is likely to occur.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not reuse product containers. Plastic Jugs: Triple rinse (or equivalent), adding rinsate to spray tank, then offer for recycling at an ACRC site or
reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or, if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke. Non-
returnable drums: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Pressure rinse is preferred. Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a
sanitary landfill, or by other procedures approved by state and local authorities. Returnable Non-Bulk or Bulk Containers: Return empty container to point
of purchase.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Shipping Description: For containers less than 26.5 gallons: NOT REGULATED BY USDOT
For containers greater than 26.5 gallons: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S., 9, UN3082, III (2,4-D) RQ, ERG GUIDE
171
U.S. Surface Freight Classification: COMPOUND, TREE OR WEED KILLING, NOI (NMFC 50320, SUB 2:CLASS: 60)
Consult appropriate ICAO/IATA and IMDG regulations for shipment requirements in the Air and Maritime shipping modes.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA & HMIS Hazard Ratings: NFPA HMIS
2 Health 0 Least 2 Health
0 Flammability 1 Slight 0 Flammability
0 Instability 2 Moderate 0 Reactivity
3 High H PPE
4 Severe
SARA Hazard Notification/Reporting
SARA Title III Hazard Category: Immediate __Y__ Fire __N__ Sudden Release of Pressure __N__
Delayed __N __ Reactive __N__
Reportable Quantity (RQ) under U.S. CERCLA: 2,4-D Acid (CAS: 94-75-7) 100 pounds.
SARA, Title III, Section 313: 2,4-D Acid (CAS: 94-75-7) 38.7% acid equivalent
RCRA Waste Code: Not listed
CA Proposition 65: Not listed.
16. OTHER
MSDS STATUS: New
PREPARED BY: Registrations and Regulatory Affairs REVIEWED BY: Environmental/ Regulatory Services
庐Saber is a registered trademark of Platte Chemical Company
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Although the information and recommendations set forth herein (hereinafter 鈥淚nformation鈥?) are presented in good faith and believed to be correct, Loveland
Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller makes no representations as to the completeness or accuracy thereof. Information is supplied upon the
condition that the persons receiving it will make their own determination as to its suitability for their purposes prior to use.
The product covered by this information sheet is furnished 鈥渁s is鈥? by Loveland Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller, and is subject only to the
warranties, if any, that appear on the product鈥檚 label or are otherwise expressly provided herein.
Except as expressly provided on the product鈥檚 label or otherwise provided herein, no warranties, guarantees, or representations of any kind, either express
or implied, or by usage of trade, statutory or otherwise, are made by Loveland Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller with regard to the product or
use of the product, including, but not limited to, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, use or eligibility of the product for any particular trade
usage.
Except as expressly stated herein, Loveland Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller makes no warranty of results to be obtained by use of the
product covered by this information. Buyer鈥檚 or user鈥檚 exclusive remedy, and the total liability of Loveland Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller,
shall be limited to damages not exceeding the cost of the product. No agent or employee of Loveland Products, Inc., the manufacturer or the seller is
authorized to amend the terms of this warranty disclaimer or the product鈥檚 label or to make a representation or recommendation different from or
inconsistent with the label of this product.
IN NO EVENT SHALL LOVELAND PRODUCTS, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR
INDIRECT DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE, HANDLING, APPLICATION, STORAGE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT OR FOR
DAMAGES IN THE NATURE OF PENALTIES AND THE BUYER AND USER WAIVE ANY RIGHT THEY MAY HAVE TO SUCH DAMAGES.
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