Material Safety Data Sheet
DATE OF ISSUE July 13, 2001
Supersedes March 13, 2000
Cobra鈩od
1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Trade name (as labeled): Cobra鈩od
Product Class: ......................................................... Fungicide/Wood Preservative
Product description:................................................. Fungicide in the form of solid fused glass rod; used to prevent decay in wood structures by
inserting into pre-drilled holes.
EPA Reg. No.:......................................................... 71653-2
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name:............................................. GENICS INC.
561 Acheson Rd. 53016 Hwy 60
Acheson Industrial Park.
Spruce Grove, Alberta
Canada T7X 3G7
Emergency Phone: ........................................ (780) 975-1937
or CANUTEC ...... (613) 996-6666
Genics Business Phone:........................................... (780) 962-1000
MSDS Prepared by: Ryan Smart
Revision Date: July 13, 2001
2. Composition / Information on Ingredients
Name % W/W CAS # ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
Anhydrous Disodium Octaborate 90.6% 12008-41-12 NE NE
1 mg/m3 (Cu dust + mist) 1 mg/m3 (Cu dust + mist)
Copper 2.6% 20427-59-2
Boric Acid 4.7% 10043-35-3 NE NE
*NE = Not Established
3. Hazard Identification
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Overview: Cobra鈩ods are a dark green, solid, glass-like substance that Skin: Cobra鈩ods cause zero dermal irritation.
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are not flammable, combustible, or explosive and have low acute oral and Inhalation: Solid, NA
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zero dermal irritation. Some Cobra鈩ods may have sharp edges and in cases
鈥? Ingestion: Cobra鈩ods are not intended for ingestion. Cobra鈩ods where they are completely swallowed these sharp edges
have low acute toxicity and small amounts accidentally swallowed are not may cause grazing of the intestinal tract.
likely to cause toxic effects.
4. First Aid Measures
Eyes: Properly used Cobra鈩ods present no hazard to eyes.
Swallowing: Primary risk from choking, administer first aid for such and take to hospital.
Inhalation: Properly used Cobra鈩ods present no inhalation risk.
Skin: Skin contact does not present any unusual hazard. Areas in contact with Cobra鈩ods can be washed with soap and water.
5. Firefighting
Product is non-combustible. Extinguishing media N/A.
6. Spillage, Accidental Release
In the event of an incidental releases, collect product in a suitable container and return to the manufacturer or dispose of in accordance with
Federal, Provincial, and local waste disposal regulations.
7. Handling and Storage Procedures
鈥? Keep out of reach of children at all times. 鈥? Cobra鈩ods cause zero dermal irritation.
鈥? Store in dry conditions in original, properly labelled container, out 鈥? When inserting, push home using a wooden or plastic dowel.
鈥? Never strike the rod with a hammer or similar object as this may
of reach of children.
鈥? Do not use in situations where food could become contaminated. result in the rod shattering.
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8. Exposure Controls 鈥? Personal Protection
Ventilation Requirements: No special ventilation system required. Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Respiratory Protection: None required under routine conditions of use. Body Protection: None needed under normal conditions of use.
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before eating or smoking. Hand Protection: Wear gloves to protect hands from
sharp edges.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Vapour Density: NA Evaporation Rate (water =1): NA Density: 2.223 g/ml
1000oC 27% at 25oC
Melting Point/Range: Solubility: Boiling Point: NA
Vapour Pressure mm Hq @20oC: NA Appearance and Colour: Green-black, hard, glass-like rods. Flashpoint: NA
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable Conditions to Avoid: No known conditions to avoid.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): No known materials to avoid.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur
11. Toxicological Information
Name Toxicological Data
Anhydrous Disodium Octaborate LD50 (oral, rat) 2550 mg/kg B.W.
Copper LD50 (oral, rat) 1000 mg/kg B.W.
Boric Acid LD50 (oral, rat) >3500 mg/kg B.W.
There are no medical conditions known to be aggravated by exposure to this product.
Cobra鈩ods cause zero dermal irritation.
12. Ecological Information
鈥? Boron and Copper are essential micronutrients for healthy plant growth, however, this product can be harmful to boron or copper sensitive
plants in high quantities. Care should be taken to minimize the amount of product released to the environment.
鈥? Boron and Copper are naturally occurring and ubiquitous in the environment.
鈥? This product has a relatively low mammalian toxicity.
鈥? This product is not known to pose any adverse effect on aquatic life when applied as per label instructions.
鈥? This product is soluble in water and leachable through normal soil.
13. Disposal Considerations
Dispose of as per label instructions. Waste disposal must be in accordance with appropriate federal, state, and local regulations.
14. Transportation Information
鈥? Not classified as dangerous goods under ADR or PGR regs.
鈥? No special requirements necessary.
鈥? In the event of a road accident, Cobra鈩ods should be collected in a suitable container (i.e. plastic bag) and returned to manufacturer, used
according to label instructions, or disposed of according to disposal regulations.
15. Regulatory Information
Product ingredients not listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen on the following lists: US OSHA Z LIST, NTP, IARC, CAL/OSHA.
16. Other Information
鈥? take care when administering first aid for choking especially in cases where patients are unconscious.
鈥? If possible seek qualified first aid assistance.
This information is furnished free of charge and is based on data believed to be reliable as of the date hereof. It is intended for use by persons
possessing technical knowledge at their own discretion and risk. Since actual use is beyond our control, no guarantee, expressed or implied, and
no liability is assumed by Genics Inc. in conjunction with the use of this information.
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