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
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LARVATE 10SG
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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LARVATE
Product Name: 10SG
Active ingredient: Temephos
Chemical Class: Organophosphorus
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Use: LARVATE 10SG is a granular formulation of Temephos. It contains 10 g/Kg
of Temephos in granular form with other necessary formulants.
It is used as an insecticide for the control of Larvae of
mosquitoes (Anopheles spp., Aedes spp., Culex spp.), midges,
sand files, and flies and Simulium spp. In ponds, lakes, marches
and swamps.
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
Proportions
Substance (% w/w) Chemical structure
Temephos Technical 1.112
CAS No.3383-96-8 (= 10 g/L)
IUPAC Name: O,O,O',O'-tetramethyl
S S
O,O'-thiodi-p-phenylene
(CH3O)2PO OP(OCH3)2
S
bis(phosphorothioate); O,O,O',O'-
tetramethyl O,O'-thiodi-p-phenylene
diphosphorothioate
Inert Ingredients 98.888
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MSDS: LARVATE 10SG / Insecticide 1/5
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
Ingestion:
The concentrate is slightly toxic by ingestion. Acute oral toxicity is very
low, LD50> 10,000 mg/Kg (Rat, female)
Eye:
The granules may cause irritation.
Skin:
Prolonged and repeated skin contact may cause irritation.
Inhalation:
Inhalation may cause respiratory irritation and chemical pneumonities.
Chronic Effects
Unknown
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Swallowing:
If swallowed, vomiting should be induced if the person is conscious. In
the event of collapse artificial respiration should be given. Consult a
physician immediately.
Skin:
Wash affected area with plenty of soap and water. Remove
contaminated clothing. Launder contaminated clothing separately. Get
medical attention.
Eyes
If in eyes, hold eyes open, flood with water for at least 15 minutes.
Consult a physician.
Inhalation:
Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing administer artificial
respiration. Avoid unprotected mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. GET
MEDICAL ATTENTION.
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MSDS: LARVATE 10SG / Insecticide 2/5
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire Fighting measures:
Breathable air apparatus may have to be worn if material is involved in
fires especially in confined spaces. Keep upwind.
Extinguishing Media
Carbon dioxide (CO2), foam or dry chemical powder. Use water spray
to cool exposed containers.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spill or Leak:
Contain spill and absorb with sand or other inert absorbent and collect
absorbent in a plastic lined metal drum for disposal. Prevent from
entering drains, waterways and sewers. Liquid chlorine bleach may be
used to decontaminate the spill area.
Waste disposal method:
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Container disposal:
Dispose of in an approved facility according to local regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Not classified as a dangerous good for transport and storage. Store in
the closed, original labeled container in a cool, dry well ventilated area
out of direct sunlight. Keep in a safe place away from foodstuffs, seeds
or fertilizers. Keep out of the reach of children. Wash thoroughly with
soap and water after handling the material and before eating or
drinking.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Standards:
No exposure standards have been set for this product.
Engineering Controls:
When used in the field no special engineering controls required.
Personnel Protection:
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MSDS: LARVATE 10SG / Insecticide 3/5
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
The product will irritate the eyes and may irritate the skin. Avoid
contact with eyes and skin. When preparing product for use wear
elbow length PVC gloves and face shield or goggles. 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 or goggles and contaminated clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Temephos contents: 9 鈥? 12
Appearance: Red free flowing granules
Density 1.3 鈥? 1.6 Kg/L
Odour: Faint amine odour
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity:
Avoid contact of the concentrate with strong alkalis and strong
oxidizing agents.
Avoid storage above 60掳C
Hazardous Decomposition Product:
鈥? Carbon monoxide.
鈥? Carbon dioxide.
鈥? Oxides of Phosphorus
鈥? Oxides of Sulfur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Larvate 10SG:
LD50, Oral Rat > 10,000 mg/Kg
Active Ingredient (Temephos):
Acute Mammalian Toxicity:
LD50, Oral Rat (male) 4,204 mg/Kg
LD50, Oral Rat (Female) > 10,000 mg/Kg
LD50, precutaneous, Rat > 4,000 mg/Kg
Birds:
Dietary LC50,(5 d)for mallard duck 1,200 mg/Kg diet
Fish:
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MSDS: LARVATE 10SG / Insecticide 4/5
ASTRA INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX CO., LTD. (ASTRACHEM)
P.O. BOX 30447, AL-KHOBAR 31952
KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
www.astra-agri.com.sa
LC50, for rainbow trout 31.8 mg/L
Bees:
1.55 碌g/bee.
LD50 Topical:
It should be noted that Temephos may injure or kill young shrimp or
crabs in treated tidal areas.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Test with various wildlife species indicate that the compound is highly
toxic to some organisms and moderately toxic to other species.
Larvete 10 SG shows a wide range of toxicity to aquatic organisms.
The most sensitive species of Fish is the rainbow trout LD50 ranging
from 0.16 to 3.49 mg/Kg
It is highly toxic to bees.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Wastes resulting from the use of this product that cannot be used or
chemically reprocessed should be disposed of in a landfill approved for
pesticide disposal or in accordance with applicable local procedures.
Emptied container retains vapour and product residue. Observe all
labeled safeguards until container is cleaned, reconditioned or
destroyed. Do not reuse container. Triple rinse containers, then
puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by incineration, or if
allowed by local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Product not classified as a dangerous good for transport by road, rail,
sea or air. It is a good practice to separate this product from food and
animal feedstuffs, seeds or fertilizers during transport.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION.
Public Health Product
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Buyer assumes all responsibility for safety and use not in accordance
with the product label instructions.
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MSDS: LARVATE 10SG / Insecticide 5/5
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