MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 2/14/03
Product Code: 08505
STINGER* HERBICIDE MSDS: 002805
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is extremely low. The
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
oral LD50 for rats is >5000 mg/kg. No hazards anticipated
PRODUCT: Stinger* Herbicide from swallowing small amounts incidental to normal
handling operations.
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
Dow AgroSciences INHALATION: Excessive vapor concentrations are
9330 Zionsville Road attainable and could be hazardous on single exposure. The
Indianapolis, IN 46268-1189 aerosol LC50 for rats is >3.0 mg/L for 4 hours. Excessive
exposure (400 ppm) to isopropanol may cause eye, nose
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
and throat irritation. Incoordination, confusion,
hypertension, hypothermia, circulatory collapse, respiratory
Clopyralid: (3,6-Dichloro-2- CAS# 057754-85-5 40.9%
arrest and death may occur following longer duration of
pyridinecarboxylic acid),
higher levels. Observations in animals include middle ear
Monoethanolamine salt
lining damage upon exposure to vapors of isopropanol.
Inert ingredients, total, including: 59.1%
Isopropyl alcohol CAS# 000067-63-0
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS: In
Polyglycol 26-2 CAS# 069029-39-6
animals, effects have been reported on the following
organs: liver and kidney. Observations in animals include
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard
lethargy. For isopropanol: Kidney effects and/or tumors
Communication Standard (29 CFR) 1910.1200). In
have been observed in male rats. These effects are
addition, other substances not 鈥?
Hazardous鈥檖er this OSHA
believed to be species specific and unlikely to occur in
Standard may be listed. Where proprietary ingredient
humans.
shows, the identity may be made available as provided in
this standard.
CANCER INFORMATION: For the components tested, did
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS: not cause cancer in laboratory animals.
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Clopyralid caused
Hazardous Chemical. Reddish-brown liquid, sweet odor. birth defects in test animals, but only at greatly exaggerated
Slight transient corneal injury may occur. Prolonged doses that were severely toxic to the mothers. No birth
exposure may cause skin irritation. LD50 for skin defects were observed in animals given clopyralid ad doses
absorption in rabbits is >5000 mg/kg. Oral LD50 for rats is several times greater than those expected during normal
>5000 mg/kg. Inhalation LC50 for rats is >3.0 mg/L. exposure. Isopropyl alcohol at extremely high
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 800-992-5994 concentrations has been reported to cause birth defects
and fetal toxicity in rats. At lower concentrations there were
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section includes no effects on the fetus.
possible adverse effects which could occur if this material
is not handled in the recommended manner. REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: For the components tested,
in animal studies, has been shown not to interfere with
EYE: May cause very slight transient (temporary) corneal reproduction.
injury. Vapors may irritate the eyes.
SKIN: Prolonged exposure may cause moderate skin
irritation. A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result
in the material being absorbed through the skin in harmful
amounts. The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >5000
mg/kg.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 2/14/03
Product Code: 08505
STINGER* HERBICIDE MSDS: 002805
4. FIRST AID: 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
EYES: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS/LEAKS: Absorb small
water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, spills with inert material such as sawdust or sand. Report
after the first 5 minutes, than continue rinsing eyes. Call a large spills to Dow AgroSciences on 800-992-5994.
poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children and animals. Do
poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. not swallow. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove and wash
INGESTION: Call a poison control center or doctor contaminated clothing. Store in original container with the
immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass lid tightly closed. This product is combustible. Do not use or
of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless store this product near a heat source, open flame or other
told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not sources of ignition, particularly if storage temperatures are
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. near the flash point (117oF, 47.2oC). Noxious fumes may be
formed under fire conditions.
INHALATION: Move person to fresh air. If person is not
breathing, call 911 or ambulance, then give artificial 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION:
respiration, preferably by mouth to mouth. Call a poison
These precautions are suggested for conditions where the
control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions may
require additional precautions.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive
care. Treatment based on judgment of the physician in
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
response to reactions of the patient.
Isopropyl alcohol: ACGIH TLV and OSHA PEL are 400 ppm
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: TWA, 500 ppm STEL.
PELs are in accord with those recommended by OSHA, as
FLASH POINT: 117掳F (47.2掳C) in the 1989 revision of PELs.
METHOD USED: TCC Polyglycol 26-2: Dow AgroSciences Industrial Hygiene
FLAMMABLE LIMITS Guideline is 2 mg/M3.
LFL: Not determined Clopyralid: Dow AgroSciences Industrial Hygiene Guideline
UFL: Not determined 3
is 10 mg/M .
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, alcohol resistant ENGINERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local
foam, CO2, dry chemical, or foam preferred. exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below the
exposure guidelines. Use only with adequate ventilation.
FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Toxic, irritating fumes
may be produced if product is involved in a fire. Contain
water from fire-fighting to prevent entry into surface or
ground water.
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Under fire conditions use a
positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and
protective clothing.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 2/14/03
Product Code: 08505
STINGER* HERBICIDE MSDS: 002805
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING, INCOMPATIBILITY: (SPECIFIC MATERIALS TO AVOID)
Avoid acid, oxidizing material, halogenated organics, brass,
COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
copper, zinc, and aluminum.
WORKERS:
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hydrogen
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should
chloride, nitrogen oxides under fire conditions, chlorinated
be maintained below the exposure guidelines. When
pyridine.
respiratory protection is required use a NIOSH approved
air-purifying or positive-pressure supplied-air respirator
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to occur.
depending on the potential airborne concentration. For
emergency and other conditions where the exposure
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
guideline may be greatly exceeded, use a NIOSH approved
positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus or MUTAGENICITY: For the components tested, in-vitro and
positive-pressure airline with auxiliary self-contained air animal mutagenicity studies were negative.
supply. In confined or poorly ventilated areas, use a NIOSH
approved positive-pressure supplied-air respirator. 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
SKIN PROTECTION: Use gloves impervious to this
MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: Based largely or
material when prolonged or frequently repeated contact
completely on information for clopyralid. Bioconcentration
could occur.
potential is low (BCF <100 or Log Pow <3). Potential for
EYE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. If vapor exposure mobility in soil is very high (Koc between 0 and 50).
causes eye discomfort, use a NIOSH approved full-face
DEGRADATION & PERSISTENCE: Based largely or
respirator.
completely on information for clopyralid. Biodegradation
under aerobic laboratory conditions is below detectable
APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Refer to
limits. The photolysis half-life in water is 261 days. The
the product label for personal protective clothing and
photolysis half-life in soil is >12 years. Under aerobic soil
equipment.
conditions the half-life is 71 days.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
ECOTOXICOLOGY: Based largely or completely on
BOILING POINT: 212掳F (100掳C) information for clopyralid. Material is practically non-toxic to
VAPOR PRESSURE: 23.5 mmHg @ 20掳C aquatic organisms on an acute bases (LC50/EC50 >100
VAPOR DENSITY: 1.06 @ 20掳C mg/L in most sensitive species.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Miscible
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.161 @ 68掳F, 20掳C
APPEARANCE: Reddish-brown liquid
DISPOSAL METHOD: Do not contaminate food, feed, or
ODOR: Sweet
water by storage or disposal. Wastes are toxic. Improper
pH: 7.5-8.0
disposal or excess waste, spray mixture, or rinsate is a
violation of federal law. If wastes resulting from the use of
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
this product cannot be disposed of according to label
STABILITY: (CONDITIONS TO AVOID) Store under cool, instructions, dispose of these wastes at an approved
dry conditions. Avoid elevated temperatures and direct facility. Contact your state pesticide or environmental
sunlight. Combustible. Do not use or store near heat, open control agency, or the hazardous waste representative at
flame, or other sources of ignition, especially if the nearest EPA regional office for guidance.
temperatures are near or at the flash point.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 2/14/03
Product Code: 08505
STINGER* HERBICIDE MSDS: 002805
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
components are cited on certain state lists as mentioned.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Non-listed components may be shown in the composition
INFORMATION: section of the MSDS.
FOR ALL PACKAGE SIZES: CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST
Isopropyl Alcohol 000067-63-0 NJ1 NJ2 NJ3 PA1 PA3
BY LAND: Not regulated for transportation.
BY AIR OR VESSEL: FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS, N.O.S.
NJ1=New Jersey Special Health Hazard Substance (present at >
(CONTAINS ISOPROPANOL)/3/UN1993/PGIII or = to 0.1%).
NJ2=New Jersey Environmental Hazardous Substance (present
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
at > or = to 1.0%).
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith NJ3=New Jersey Workplace Hazardous Substance (present at >
and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown or = to 1.0%).
above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given. PA1=Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at > or = to
1.0%).
Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may PA3=Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous Substance (present
differ from one location to another; it is the buyer鈥?
s at > or = to 1.0%).
responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with
federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The following OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This
specific information is made for the purpose of complying product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA
with numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
and regulations.
NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)
U.S. REGULATIONS RATINGS:
SARA 313 INFORMATION: This product contains the
Health 2
following substances subject to the reporting requirements Flammability 2
of Section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments Reactivity 1
and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372:
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION
COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT (CERCLA, or
SUPERFUND): To the best of our knowledge, this product
Isopropyl Alcohol 000067-63-0 5%
contains no chemical subject to reporting under CERCLA.
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories"
promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund MSDS STATUS: Revised Sections: 5
Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title Reference: DR-0135-0385
III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet Replaces MSDS Dated: 6/3/02
the following categories: Document Code: D03-043-005
Replaces Document Code: D03-043-004
An immediate health hazard
A delayed health hazard
The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But No
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All Warranty, Express or Implied, Is Made. Consult Dow
ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required AgroSciences for Further Information.
to be listed on the TSCA inventory.
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