MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Drexel Chemical Co. Emergency Telephone No.
1700 Channel Avenue (901) 774-4370
Memphis, TN 38113 1-800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)
SECTION I 鈥? GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION VII 鈥? EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
TRADE NAME ME-TOO-LACHLOR II HERBICIDE If Inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call
CHEMICAL NAME 2-chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N- 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration,
(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)acetamide preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible.
CHEMICAL FAMILY Chloroacetanilide Herbicide If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse
EPA REG. NO. 19713-549 skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20
SIGNAL WORD CAUTION minutes.
If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water
for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing
eye.
SECTION II 鈥? INGREDIENTS
If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for
(Class = H (Hazardous), NH (Non-Hazardous))
treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if
NAME CAS NO. % (by wt.) TLV CLASS
able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to
Metolachlor 87392-12-9 84.4 10 ppm NH
do so by a poison control center or doctor. Do not give
Inerts N/A 15.6 N/A NH
anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing
person.
Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have the
SECTION III 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
product container or label with you when calling a poison control
Boiling Point N/A Specific Gravity 1.09 g/cc @20掳C center or doctor, or going for treatment. For information on this
Vapor Pressure 2.50E-05 % Volatiles pesticide product (including health concerns, medical emergencies or
mmHg@25掳C pesticide incidents), call the National Pesticide Information Center at
Vapor Density Solubility in Water 0.480 g/L@ 25掳C 1-800-858-7378.
pH 5.5 (1% Appearance/Odor Golden brown
solution in liquid, sweet FOR CHEMICAL SPILL, LEAK, FIRE OR EXPOSURE, CALL TOLL
H20 @25掳C) odor FREE 1-800-424-9300.
SECTION VIII- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
SECTION IV 鈥? FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
Steps to be taken in case of material leak or spill
Flash Point >200掳F
For small spills, cover the spill with an absorbent material such as pet
Extinguishing Media Dry chemical, foam or CO2.
litter. Sweep up and place in an approved chemical container. Wash
Fire Fighting Procedures Wear full protective clothing and self-
the spill area with water containing a strong detergent, absorb with pet
contained breathing apparatus.
litter or other absorbent material, sweep up and place in a chemical
Evacuate nonessential personnel from
container. Seal the container and handle in an approved manner.
the area to prevent human exposure to
Flush the area with water to remove any residue. Do not allow wash
fire, smoke, fumes or products of
water to contaminate water supplies.
combustion. Prevent use of
Waste Disposal Method
contaminated buildings, area, and
Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations.
equipment until decontaminated.
SECTION V 鈥? REACTIVITY DATA
SECTION IX 鈥? SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Stability Stable under standard
Respiratory Protection NIOSH approved chemical cartridge
conditions.
respirator with organic vapor cartridges
Conditions to Avoid None known.
and pesticide cartridges or a self-
Incompatibility N/A
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Hazardous Decomposition Products None known.
Ventilation Well-ventilated secure area.
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Protective Gloves Rubber gloves.
Eye Protection Chemical safety glasses with side
shields or chemical goggles.
SECTION VI 鈥? HEALTH HAZARD DATA Other Rubber boots, long-sleeved shirt, long
Carcinogenicity N/K pants, head covering.
Toxicity Data Oral LD50 (Rat) 鈥? 2,780 mg/kg
Dermal LD50 (Rabbit) - >2,000 mg/kg
TLV N/A
N.F.P.A. Health: 2, Flammability: 1, Reactivity: 0
(Rating: 4-Extreme, 3-High, 2-Moderate, 1-Slight, 0-Insignificant)
Effects of Overexposure May cause eye, skin or respiratory tract
irritation. A skin (allergic) reaction may
occur occasionally in sensitive individuals.
ME-TOO-LACHLOR
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SECTION X 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS The information presented herein for consideration,
while not guaranteed, is true and accurate to the best of
Precautions To Be Taken In Handling & Storage
our knowledge. No warranty, or guaranty is expressed or
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FOLLOW LABEL
DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY. implied regarding the accuracy or reliability of such
information and we shall not be liable for any loss or
Store the material in a well ventilated, secure area out of the reach of
children and domestic animals. Do not store food, beverages or consequential damages arising out of the use thereof.
tobacco products in the storage area. Prevent eating, drinking, tobacco
Date Prepared: 05-12-04
usage, and cosmetic application in areas where there is a potential for
exposure to the material. Always wash thoroughly after handling.
D.O.T. Description Non-Regulated
Freight Description Agricultural Herbicide, Liquid, N.O.S.
Reportable Quantity N/A
E.R.G. Guide Sheet III
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