ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
BROMOX庐 240EC
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM SAUDI ARABIA
1. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION
BROMOX庐 240EC
Product Name:
Hydroxybenzonitrile
Chemical Class:
庐
Use: Bromox 240EC is used as a selective, contact post emergence herbicide,
control of annual broad-leaved weeds, especially young seedlings
of the Polygonaceae, Compositae, and certain Boraginaceae, in
onions, garlic, cereals, maize, sorghum, flax, mint, grass-seed
crops, turf, and non-crop land. Often it is used in combination with
other herbicides, to extend the spectrum of control.
Producer: Astra Industrial Complex Co., Ltd.
P.O. Box 30447, Al-Khobar 31952
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Emergency Tel # (+966) 3 8121 406
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substance Proportions Chemical structure
Bromoxynil Octanoate
240 g / L CN
CAS No. 1689-84-5
Chemical Name:
2,6-dibromo-4-cyanophenyl octanoate
(IUPAC)
Br
Br
OH
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 1/6
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
3. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
Signs of Poisoning:
Symptoms of acute over exposure include headaches, fatigue, nausea and
vomiting from solvent.
Effects of Single Exposures:
Ingestion:
The active ingredient presents a hazard whilst excessive prolonged
exposure may cause chronic effects.
Eye:
Prolonged contact of the eye with the concentrate may cause irritation.
Skin:
The concentrate may irritate the skin. Prolonged or repeated exposure to
the solvent may cause deflate of the skin which could lead to secondary
dermatitis.
Inhaled:
A moderate hazard when handling the concentrate, but care should be
taken to avoid inhalation of spray mists.
Chronic Effect:
Chronic over Exposure: Weight loss and damage to liver and kidneys may
be expected if exposure is excessive over a period of time.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
FIRST AID
Swallowed:
If swallowed, and if more than ten minutes away from a hospital, induce
vomiting, vomiting should be supervised by a physician.
Eye:
Immediately irrigate with copious quantity of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eyelids to be held open. Get medical attention.
Skin:
Remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Wash affected
area thoroughly with soap and water.
Inhaled:
Remove patient to fresh air until recovered. Give artificial resuscitation if
breathing has stopped.
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 2/6
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
First Aid Facilities
Advice to Doctor:
No antidote is available and treatment should be symptomatic. Gastric
lavage with medical charcoal in water is recommended.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosion:
Flammable
Flash point : >28 C
Thermal decomposition products may include, but not limited to, toxic fumes
of hydrogen bromide, hydrogen cyanide or other compounds of bromine and
nitrogen if involved in fires or exposed to extreme heat.
Fire Fighting Measures:
In case of fire use dry chemical, foam or CO2 extinguishing media. Wear full
protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill or Leak:
Bromoxynil Octanate is biodegradable.
In case of spill or leak cover the spill with an absorbent (non-combustible
material such as sand or earth) for disposal. Wash the spill area with water
containing detergent and flush with water and remove any residues. Prevent
spilled material from entering drains waterways and sewers.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store the product in original tightly closed containers in a well-ventilated,
secure area out of reach of children and domestic animals. Do not use or
store near heat or open flame. Do not store food or feed in storage area.
Prevent eating, drinking or smoking in areas where there is a potential
exposure to the product. Wash hands before eating, drinking or smoking
after using the product.
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 3/6
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards:
No exposure standards have been set for this product. The manufacturer of
the solvent has recommended a TLV of 100 ppm for the solvent. Natural
ventilation only is required under normal circumstances of use.
Engineering Controls:
Local exhaust should be provided if material is handled in confined spaces
to minimize exposure to solvent vapors.
Personnel Protection:
May cause irritate the eye and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. DO
NOT inhale spray mist. When preparing spray and using the prepared
spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist and washable
hat, elbow-length PVC gloves and face shield. After use and before eating,
drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and
water. After each day鈥檚 use, wash gloves, face shield and contaminated
clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Clear Yellow Liquid free of visible impurities
Odour : Aromatic
Water Content : <2.0 g/Kg
Density : 0.98 鈥? 1.1 Kg/L
Flash Point : >28 C
Acidity as H2SO4 < 2.6 g/Kg
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity:
Stability : Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid : Exposure to strong oxidizers.
Avoid contact with chlorine and in organic
Peroxides
Hazardous Polymerization : Will not occur
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 4/6
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Bromox 240EC:
Acute oral LD50 (rats) : 1000 mg/Kg
Bromoxynil Octanoate Technical:
Toxicity to Mammals:
Acute oral LD50 (rats) : 365 mg/Kg
Acute dermal LD50 : >2000 mg/Kg
Toxicity to Birds:
Acute Oral LD50 (Pheasants) : 175 mg/Kg (formulation)
Toxicity to Fish:
Toxic to fish
LC50 (for rainbow trout): 0.15 mg/L (48 hours)
Toxicity to Bees:
Not Toxic to Bees
The Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) of Bromoxynil for a human is
0.003mg/Kg/day, set for the public for daily, lifetime exposure. This is based
on the NOEL of 0.3 mg/Kg/day, the level determined to show no effects
during long term exposure for the most sensitive indicators and the most
sensitive species.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Dangerous to fish and other aquatic life. Do not contaminate surface water
or ditches with this product or used containers. Not toxic to bees.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Pesticide wastes are toxic. Do not reuse product containers. Dispose of
product containers, waste containers and residues according to local health
and environmental regulations.
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 5/6
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Proper Shipping name: Pesticide, Liquid, toxic, Flammable, N.O.S, flash
point 鈮?23掳C (Bromoxynil Octanoate)
UN. No: UN 2903
Hazard Class: 6.1
Classification Code: TF2
Packing group: III
Subsidiary Risks: 6.1 +3
Special provisions: 61
Limited quantities: LQ19
Packaging: Packing instructions P001
IBC03
R001
Special packing provisions -
Mixed Packaging Provisions MP15
Instructions T7
UN Portable tanks: Special Provisions TP2
Tank Code L4BH
ADR Tank: Special Provision TU15 TE1 TE15 TE19
Vehicle for tank carriage FL
Transport Catogery 2
Special provision carriage: Packages -
Bulk -
Loading, unloading & CV13 CV28
Handling
Operation S2 S9
Hazard Identification 63
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Toxicity Class WHO (a.i) II
EPA (formulation) II
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Buyer assumes all responsibility for safety and use not in accordance with
the product label instructions.
BROMOX 240EC / HERBICIDE
MSDS: 6/6
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