MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
0-0-6 WITH 15% QUINTOZENE
Fertilizer Regn# 940003C
1. PRODUCT INFORMATION
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
UNITED AGRI PRODUCTS CANADA INC. During Working Hours (UAP) 1-800-265-4624
789 Donnybrook Drive After Hours 1-800-561-8273
Dorchester, Ontario Canutec (Collect) 1-613-996-6666
N0L 1G5 Chemtrec 1-800-424-9300
Exposure Reporting 鈥揚rosar 1-800-301-7976
Preparation of Information: Irwin Schmidt,1-800-265-4624 Date Issued: January 14, 2005
Chemical Identity: PCNB; Pentachloronitrobenzene
Product Use: Chlorinated Hydrocarbon Fungicide
2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Ingredients (CAS or UN Number) Content AOLD50 (Rat) ADLD50 (Rabbit)AILC 50(Rat)
1400 mg/m3
Quintozene PCNB (CAS: 82-68-8) 15% 1100 mg/Kg
Potash K20 6%
3. PHYSICAL INFORMATION
Appearance & Odour: Light brown granules with mild chemical odor.
Specific Gravity: n/a Boiling Pt掳C: n/a Vapour Density (air = 1): n/a
Density (g/mL): approx. 30-40 lbs./cu.ft. Freezing Pt掳C: n/a Vapour Pressure (mm): n/a
pH: n/a Solubility in Water: Virtually insoluble Evaporation Rate: n/a
4. FIRE or EXPLOSION HAZARD
Flammability (Specify Conditions): n/a
Flash Pt 掳C (method): n/a
Means of Extinction: Considered non-combustible; use medium appropriate to surrounding fire. Dry Chemical, C02 Foam, Water
spray or fog.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Smoke and fumes from fire may contain hazardous components. Use self-contained breathing
apparatus and full protective clothing. Keep non-essential personnel away from immediate fire area, and out of any fall-out or run-off
areas.
Hazardous Combustion Products: n/a
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: If water is used to fight fire or cool containers, contain run-off by diking to prevent
contamination of water supplies.
5. REACTIVITY INFORMATION
Stability (Conditions to avoid): Stable
Reactivity & Under What Condition: Excessive Heat
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Phosgene, hydrogen chloride, 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 carbon monoxide
and/or other asphyxiants.
0-0-06 WITH 15% QUINTOZENE
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Fertilizer Regn# 940003C
6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Routes of Entry: Skin and eye contact, acute inhalation and ingestion.
Effects of Overexposure: Product is considered to be of low to moderate toxicity. May be harmful if swallowed or inhaled.
Exposure Limits: n/e
Irritancy of Product: May cause irritation of eyes, nasal passages, throat and skin.
Sensitization of Material: Prolonged or repeated exposure may lead to reddening of skin, rash, dermatitis or other skin reactions.
Carcinogenicity: Not known. None of the components in this product is listed by IARC, NTP or OSHA as a potential carcinogen.
7. PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
Respiratory Protection: Not normally required. If dusts may exceed acceptable levels, wear MSHA/NIOSH-approved respirator or
mask for protection against pesticide dusts.
Eyes: Goggles/Face Shield Gloves: Rubber or Impervious Footwear: Rubber or Impervious
Clothing: Coveralls or Impervious apron when handling concentrate. Other: Work in well ventilated area.
Engineering Control: n/a
Leak & Spill Procedures: Contain spill; vacuum or scoop and sweep up and place in container for disposal. Contact the
manufacturer and the provincial regulatory agency in case of a spill, and for clean-up of spills.
Waste Disposal: For more information on the disposal of unused, unwanted product and the cleanup of spills, contact the provincial
regulatory agency or the manufacturer.
Storage Requirements: Store in a cool, dry place away from children, domestic animals, food and feed products. Do not
contaminate other stored products or the storage area by handling or storage of this product. Immediately clean up any spills which
occur during handling and storage.
8. FIRST AID MEASURES
Take container, label or product name and Product Registration Number with you when seeking medical attention.
If On Skin: Remove all contaminated clothing. Wash skin and hair thoroughly with soap and water. Wash clothing before reuse. If
irritation persists, get medical attention.
If In Eyes: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open to help flush out material. Get medical
attention.
Ingestion: Drink 1 - 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Keep head lower than chest to avoid aspiration into lungs. Call physician immediately or contact poison control centre.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen; if breathing stops administer artificial respiration. Get
medical attention immediately.
9. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
CANADA TDG-Not regulated for ground or rail transport.
US DOT-
IMDG (Marine) -
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n/a = not applicable n/e = not established
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