BASF New Zealand Limited
Safety Data Sheet
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Date / Revised: 04.03.2003 (NZ 5413)
Product: OPUS
1. Substance/preparation and company identification
OPUS庐
Company:
BASF New Zealand Limited
38 Mahunga Drive, Mangere Bridge
P.O. Box 407, Auckland 1015
Phone: 09-633-0200
Fax: 09-633-0262
E-mail address: reception@basf-nz.co.nz
Emergency information:
National Poisons Centre 24 Hour Urgent Information: 0800 764 766
National Poisons Centre Non Urgent Information: 03 479 7248
BASF New Zealand Ltd 24 Hour Emergency Advice Number: 0800 944 955
2. Hazard identification
Possible risks of irreversible effects.
Possible risk of impaired fertility.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical nature
Crop protection agents, fungicide, suspension concentrate (SC)
Hazardous ingredients
solvent naphtha
Content (W/W): 15,9 %
CAS Number: 64742-94-5
EG-Number: 265-198-5
Epoxiconazole
Content (W/W): 11,9 %
CAS Number: 106325-08-0
INDEX-Number: 613-175-00-9
The wording of the hazard symbols and R-phrases is specified in chapter 16 if dangerous ingredients are
mentioned.
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4. First-aid measures
General advice:
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Remove contaminated clothing. If difficulties occur:
Obtain medical attention. Show container, label and/or safety data sheet to physician.
If inhaled:
Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention.
On skin contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
On contact with eyes:
Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water.
Note to physician:
Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, foam, dry extinguishing media, carbon dioxide
Specific hazards:
Carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride, hydrogen fluoride, nitrogen oxides
Special protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective clothing.
Further information:
In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Keep containers cool by spraying with water if
exposed to fire. Collect separately contaminated extinguishing water; do not allow to reach sewage or
effluent systems. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official
regulations.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions:
Use personal protective clothing. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Remove contaminated
clothes, undergarments and shoes immediately.
Environmental precautions:
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Do not discharge into the subsoil/soil.
Methods for cleaning up or taking up:
For large amounts: Pump off product.
For residues: Pick up with suitable absorbent material. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with
regulations.
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7. Handling and storage
Handling
No special measures necessary provided product is used correctly.
Protection against fire and explosion:
No special precautions necessary.
Storage
Segregate from foods and animal feeds.
Storage stability:
Storage duration: 24 Months
Protect from temperatures below: 5 掳C
Protect from temperatures above: 40 掳C
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Particle filter EN 143 Type P2, medium efficiency, (solid and liquid particles of harmful substances).
Hand protection:
Suitable chemical resistant safety gloves (EN 374) also with prolonged, direct contact
(Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to
EN 374): E.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), polyvinyl chloride (0.7 mm) and other
Eye protection:
Tightly fitting safety goggles (splash goggles) (EN 166)
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
boots, chemical-protection suit (according to DIN-EN 465).
General safety and hygiene measures:
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Wearing of closed work clothing is recommended.
Females of childbearing age should not come into contact with the product. Keep away from food, drink
and animal feeding stuffs. Store work clothing separately. No eating, drinking, smoking or snuff taking at
the place of work. Hands and/or face should be washed before breaks and at the end of the shift.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form: liquid
Colour: pale beige
Odour: faintly aromatic
pH value: 6 鈥? 8 (20 掳C)
Crystallization temperature: -11,5 掳C
Flash point: > 100 掳C
Density: 1,02 - 1,08 g/cm3 (20 掳C)
Solubility in water: dispersible
Surface tension: approx. 35,1 mN/m (20 掳C; 2,0 %) approx. 35,3 mN/m (20 掳C; 1,0 %)
Viscosity, dynamic: approx. 140 mPa (20 掳C)
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10. Stability and reactivity
Thermal decomposition:
No decomposition if used correctly.
Substances to avoid:
No substances known that should be avoided.
Hazardous reactions:
No hazardous reactions known.
Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
11. Toxicological information
LD50/oral/rat: > 2,200 mg/kg
The statement for acute oral toxicity was derived from products of similar composition.
LC50/by inhalation/rat: > 3.26 mg/l / 4 h
The statement for acute inhalation toxicity was derived from products of similar composition.
LD50/dermal/rat: > 2,000 mg/kg
The statement for acute dermal toxicity was derived from products of similar composition.
Primary skin irritation/rabbit: non-irritant
The statement for skin irritation was derived from products of similar composition.
Primary irritations of the mucous membrane/rabbit: non-irritant
Sensitization/guinea pig: Skin sensitizing effects were not observed in animal studies.
The statement for sensitization was derived from products of similar composition.
Additional information:
Misuse can be harmful to health.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
Toxicity to fish:
Oncorhynchus mykiss/LC50 (96 h): 0.5 mg/l
Aquatic invertebrates:
Daphnia magna/EC50 (48 h): 1.8 mg/l
Aquatic plants:
Ankistrodesmus bibraianus/EC50 (72 h): 0.81 mg/l
Persistence and degradability
Elimination information
Evaluation: Not easily biodegradable (by OECD criteria).
Additional information
Other ecotoxicological advice:
The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure
and composition.
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13. Disposal considerations
Must be dumped or incinerated in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging:
Packs that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of in the same manner as the contents.
14. Transport information
Proper Shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
(contains fatty alcohol alkoxylate)
UN No.: 3082
DG Class: 9
Subsidiary Risk Class: NA
Packing Group: III
HAZCHEM: 2[Z]
Marine Pollutant: Yes
15. Regulatory information
Regulations of the European union (Labeling) / National legislation/Regulations
Hazard symbol(s)
Xn Harmful.
R-phrase(s)
R40 (old) Possible risks of irreversible effects.
R62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
S-phrase(s)
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
S13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
S20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
16. Other information
DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this SDS is based upon sources believed to be accurate. However, BASF New Zealand
Limited assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or suitability of this information. The product recipient/user is
responsible for determining the suitability of this information for their particular purposes, and for observing existing laws and
regulations.
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