MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date: 2/9/99
SECTION I - IDENTIFICATION OF PRODUCT
MANUFACTURER'S NAME: C. J. MARTIN COMPANY
2739 PASADENA BLVD.
PASADENA, TX. 77502
PRODUCT NAME: COW-CALF DUST
EMERGENCY PHONE: (800) 424-9300 鈥? CHEMTREC
CHEMICAL NAME AND SYNONYMS: Methoxychlor
TRADE NAME: Martin鈥檚 Cow-Calf Dust
CHEMICAL FAMILY:
FORMULA: C16H15C1302
SECTION II - PHYSICAL DATA
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: White powder; slight fruity odor.
SECTION III - FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam or water for small fires.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing equipment.
UNUSUAL FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
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SECTION IV - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Not expected, there are no reported effects in humans from overexposure to methoxychlor. If inhaled, the dust
may irritate the eyes, nose and throat.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
EYES: Flush with water.
INGESTION: Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting.
SECTION V 鈥? REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to avoid): Contact with strong oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: May produce toxic gases and vapors if product decomposes under heat.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
SECTION VI 鈥? SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Cover the spill with sweeping compound and sweep up. Put in sealed waste container. Flush
area with water.
Waste disposal method: Bury in approved landfill. Observe governmental regulations regarding disposal.
SECTION VII 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (Specify Type): Not required but avoid breathing dust.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Rubber
EYE PROTECTION: Goggles
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Wear long-sleeved clothing and wash thoroughly after use.
SECTION VIII 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: CAUTION: Keep out of the reach of children. Do not take internally. Store in original container in a cool,
dry place. Avoid contamination of food, feed, water supplies, streams and ponds.
DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES: Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no
warranties and make no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained therein, and assume no responsibility regarding the
suitability of this information for the user鈥檚 intended purposes or for the consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the
suitability of the information for their particular purpose(s). A request has been made to the manufacturer to approve the contents of this material safety data
sheet. Upon receipt a new MSDS will be made available.
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