Material Safety Data Sheet
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Issue Date : January 2004 ISSUED by BASFANZ
Infosafe No. 1BFNO
Product Name : Cosmos Insecticidal Seed Treatment
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Name BASF Australia Limited (ABN 62 008 437 867)
Address 500 Princes Highway Noble Park
Victoria 3174 Australia
Emergency Tel. 1800 803 440 (24h)
Tel/Fax Tel: +61 3 9212 1500 Fax: +61 3 9212 1511
Other Information BASF New Zealand Ltd
38 Mahunga Drive Mangere Bridge
Auckland New Zealand
Phone: +64 9 633 0200
Fax: +64 9 633 0265
Emergency advice: 0800 944 955 (24h)
National Poisons Centre - 24 hour Urgent Information: 0800 764 766
National Poisons Centre - Non-Urgent Information: +64 3 479 7248
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name Cosmos Insecticidal Seed Treatment
Proper Shipping PESTICIDES, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. - (CONTAINS FIPRONIL)
Name
UN Number 2902
DG Class 6.1
Packing Group II
Hazchem Code 2X
Poisons Schedule S6
Product Use Agricultural insecticide for seed treatment.
Substance Chemical Phenyl pyrazole
Family
Physical Data
Appearance Viscous red suspension with negligible odour.
Melting Point Not Available
Boiling Point Not Available
Vapour Pressure 2.8 x 10<-9> mm Hg at 25C (technical fipronil)
Specific Gravity 1.225 g/mL at 20C
Flash Point >85C
Flamm. Limit LEL Not determined
Flamm. Limit UEL Not determined
Solubility in Water Dispersible, 1.9 mg/L at 20掳C (technical fipronil)
Other Properties
pH Value 6.0-8.0
Ingredients
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Fipronil 120068-37-3 50 %w/v
Other ingredients (Non hazardous) 15-25 %w/v
Water to 100%
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Material Safety Data Sheet
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Issue Date : January 2004 ISSUED by BASFANZ
Infosafe No. 1BFNO
Product Name : Cosmos Insecticidal Seed Treatment
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Symptoms and Effects No adverse health effects are expected if the product is handled in accordance
with this Material Safety Data Sheet and the product label. Symptoms that may
occur if the product is mishandled are respiratory difficulty, decreased
reflexes,lethargy, tremors, and in severe cases, convulsions.
Health Effects
Acute - Swallowed Moderate acute oral toxicity
Acute - Eye Not an eye irritant.
Acute - Skin Not a skin irritant nor a sensitising agent. Low dermal absorption
Acute - Inhaled Moderate inhalation toxicity
Chronic Fipronil is not mutagenic and not teratogenic and is not considered to pose an
increased risk of cancer to humans.
Other Information Symptoms of over exposure include respiratory difficulty, decreased reflexes,
lethargy, tremors, and in severe cases, convulsions. Repeated exposure at dose
levels that are not acutely toxic may result in symptoms of toxicity.
First Aid
Swallowed If swallowed, immediately contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre
(telephone 13 11 26), and follow the advice given. Keep under medical
supervision.
Eye Rinse immediately with clean water, including under eyelids, for at least 15
minutes and obtain medical advice.
Skin Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected areas with plenty of soap and water.
Inhaled If inhaled, remove to fresh air and obtain medical advice.
First Aid Measures If poisoning occurs, immediately contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre
(telephone 13 11 26), and follow the advice given. Show this Material Safety Data
Sheet to a doctor.
First Aid Facilities Ensure washing facilities are available.
Other Information DO NOT attempt to give anything to a semi-conscious or unconcious person.
Advice to Doctor
Advice to Doctor Fipronil is a reversible gamma-aminobutyric (GABA) receptor inhibitor. During
intoxication it will induce neurological stimulation with possible convulsions.
Treat symptoms. No specific antidote known. Phenobarbital, and to a lesser
extent, benzodiazepines, have been shown experimentally to be effective in
preventing convulsions induced by fipronil. Due to slow absorption of fipronil
through the gut, symptoms of intoxication may be delayed several hours to one day.
Absorption may be decreased by the use of gastric lavage, saline purgative and
activated charcoal (possible enterohepatic recirculation). Continue monitoring -
due to slow elimination of the compound.
Other Health Hazard Information
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits No exposure standard has been assigned by the National Occupational Health and
Safety Commission (Worksafe Australia).
Eng. Controls Control process conditions to avoid contact. Use local exhaust ventilation during
manufacture. Use in a well-ventilated area only.
Personal Protection
Respirator Type Do not breathe vapour or spray.
(AS 1716)
Glove Type Elbow-length PVC gloves.
Clothing Cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing).
Material Safety Data Sheet
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Issue Date : January 2004 ISSUED by BASFANZ
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Product Name : Cosmos Insecticidal Seed Treatment
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Other Information Wash hands after use. After each day's use, wash gloves and contaminated
clothing.
Flammability
Fire Hazards Not flammable.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport
Storage Precautions Keep out of reach of children. Store in the closed, original container in a cool,
well-ventilated area. Do NOT store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
Transport The product is classified as a Dangerous Good under the Australian Code for the
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail: PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
(contains fipronil), Class: 6.1, PG II, UN 2902. Must be stored and transported
according to local, State/Territory and Federal regulations.
Proper Shipping PESTICIDES, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. - (CONTAINS FIPRONIL)
Name
EPG Number 6A1
IERG Number 34
Packaging Method 5.9.6.1
Spills and Disposal
Spills & Leaks Dealing with spills and disposals may result in the potential for increased
personal exposure. During such operations it is recommended that the following
protective clothing is worn: cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and
elbow-length PVC gloves. CONTAIN SPILL and absorb with absorbent material such as
earth, sand or clay and store in properly labelled, sealed drums for safe disposal
in an approved landfill, or bury under at least 500mm of soil in a non-crop,
non-pasture area away from water sources or homes. DO NOT burn empty containers
or product. Deal with all spillages immediately. Do NOT contaminate streams,
rivers or waterways.
Disposal Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to
spray tank. Do NOT dispose of undiluted chemicals on-site. Wash sprayer
thoroughly after use. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to
recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush or
puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill. If no landfill
is available, bury the containers below 500 mm in a disposal pit specifically
marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and
tree roots. Empty containers and product should NOT be burnt.
Fire/Explosion Hazard
Fire Fighting Firefighters should wear full protective gear, including self-contained breathing
apparatus (AS/NZS 1715, 1716). If possible and without risk, remove intact
Procedures
containers from exposure to fire. Otherwise, spray unopened containers with water
to keep cool. Whenever possible, contain fire-fighting water by bunding area with
sand or earth to prevent it entering any bodies of water.
Extinguishing Media Carbon dioxide, water spray, dry agent, foam.
Stability and Stable under normal conditions of use. No dangerous reaction known under normal
conditions of use. Avoid extreme heat and fire. Toxic thermal decomposition
Reactivity
products may include oxides of carbon, sulphur and nitrogen and compounds of
chlorine and fluorine.
Hazchem Code 2X
Other Information Neutralising chemicals: Hydrated lime.
OTHER INFORMATION
Material Safety Data Sheet
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Product Name : Cosmos Insecticidal Seed Treatment
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Toxicology Acute oral LD50: 290 mg/kg (rat)
Acute percutaneous LD50: >2000 mg/kg (rat)
Inhalation LC50 (4 hr): 0.26 mg/L (rat)
Eye irritation: non irritant (rabbit)
Skin irritation: non-irritant (rabbit)
Sensitising potential (technical fipronil): non-sensitizing (guinea pig)
Information on (Technical Fipronil)
Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. DO NOT contaminate streams, rivers or
Ecological Effects
waterways with the chemical or used containers. Non-toxic to earthworms. Fipronil
has low mobility in soil.
Acute LC50 (96hr) for rainbow trout 0.248 mg/L
Acute LC50 (96hr) for European carp 0.430 mg/L
Acute EC50 for Daphnia magna (48hr) 0.19 mg/L
Acute oral LD50 for mallard ducks >2150 mg/kg
Acute oral LD50 for pheasants 31 mg/kg
Acute oral LD50 for bobwhite quail 11.3 mg/kg
References Bayer CropScience product safety data August 1, 2002
CONTACT POINT
Contact Regulatory Affairs Officer (Aus) Tel: +61 3 9281 6346 Fax: +61 3 9281 6320
Business Support (NZ) Tel: 0800 932 273 Fax: 0800 940 000
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard
information of the product and how to safely handle and use the product in the
workplace. It should be read taking into account how the product is handled in
your particular situation and how it is used in conjunction with other products.
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