MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION
Chemical Product
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EPA Reg. No. 48142-1
Common Name: Cuprous oxide
Chemical Description: Cu2O
TSCA/CAS No.: 1317-39-1
Manufactured By
NORDOX Industrier AS
c/o Monterey AgResources
P.O. Box 35000
Fresno, CA 93745-5000
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Telephone: DAYS: (559) 499-2100 EVES.: (559) 994-9144
CHEMTREC (24-Hour Emergency Number): (800) 424-9300
EPA National Response Center: (800) 424-8802
SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CAS NO. % TLV OR PEL RQ (lbs)
Cuprous oxide 1317-39-1 56.4% *N.A. *N.P.
* N.A. - Not Available.
* N.P. - Not Pertinent.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Under certain conditions cuprous oxide may react violently with strong reactants such as acids, bases,
and metals such as, but not limited to, Al and Mg. Copper fumes will be released if cuprous oxide is
heated above its melting point (2255掳F). Not D.O.T. Regulated.
HEALTH: 1 REACTIVITY: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 0
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
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SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists.
Skin: Immediately wash skin with plenty of soap and water while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Ingestion: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water or milk and
induce vomiting by touching back of throat with finger or if available by administering
syrup of ipecac. Do not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably
mouth-to-mouth. Get medical attention.
SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: Nonflammable.
Test Method: Not pertinent.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not pertinent.
Autoignition Temperature: Not pertinent.
Flammability Classification: Nonflammable.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: Copper fumes.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: None.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: None known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Does not burn. Use water, CO2, foam or dry
chemical as appropriate for surrounding
fire.
Special Firefighting Procedures: If water is used to extinguish fires in which
NORDOX is present, contain water to
prevent contamination of drinking water
supplies or streams. Move bags from fire
area if it can be done without risk.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Wearing protective clothing, use a clean shovel and carefully place material into clean,
dry container and cover; remove from area. Use according to label instructions or
dispose of at an approved waste disposal facility. Flush spill area with water and collect
liquid or absorb onto absorbent material and package for disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary, but restrict entry.
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SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store original bags in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place. Keep away from
strong alkalies, acids and/or oxidizing agents. Do not reuse bag. Do not
store near food or feeds.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid
breathing dust. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly before reuse. Do not
contaminate feed and foodstuffs.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Chemical dust/splash goggles, safety glasses or full-face shield may be worn to prevent
eye contact. As a general rule, do not wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Impervious gloves and clothes if skin contact is probable and skin is sensitive.
Respiratory: Not normally needed. If use generates an aerosol mist or respiratory irritation, use
NIOSH-approved dust/mist respirator (such as 3M #8710).
Ventilation: Recommended but no TLV established.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Reddish-brown powder.
Odor: None.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Not water soluble. Soluble in acids and ammonia.
Density: 62 lbs./ft3.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
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SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Under certain conditions cuprous oxide may react violently
with strong reactants such as acids, bases, and metals such
as, but not limited to, Al and Mg.
Incompatibility: Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Copper fumes will be released if cuprous oxide is heated
above its melting point (2255掳F).
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: May cause irritation (redness and/or burning).
Skin: May cause irritation (redness and/or itching).
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation. Preexisting lung diseases may be aggravated by
exposure. May result in respiratory disease if overexposed on a chronic basis.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: None known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Algal/Lemna Growth Inhibition: Not known.
Toxicity to Fish and Invertebrates: Not known.
Toxicity to Plants: Not known.
Toxicity in Birds: Not known.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters by discharge of waste
effluents or equipment washwaters. Dispose of waste effluents according to state and local
regulations. Also, chemical additions or other alterations of this product may invalidate any disposal
information in this MSDS. Therefore, consult local waste regulators for proper disposal. Do not
discharge.
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SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T. Proper Shipping Description: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Insecticides or Fungicides, Agricultural, Dry.
(NMFC Item 102120, LTL Class 60)
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: Copper and its compounds are listed as priority
pollutants by the EPA under the Clean Water Act and
as such fall under CERCLA spill reporting
requirements of 40 CFR 302.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: This product contains copper compounds and is
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313
of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and
Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
PROPOSITION 65: None.
SECTION 16. OTHER
While the information contained herein is based on data considered accurate and was compiled to
comply with the Federal Hazard Communication Standard and the California Hazardous Substances
Information and Training Act, it is provided for guidance only. Nordox Industrier A.S. does not
guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Health and safety precautions in this data sheet may not be
adequate for all individuals and/or situations. It is the user鈥檚 obligation to evaluate and use this
product safely and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations; in so doing, user assumes all
risk in use of the material. The information contained herein is not to be taken as a warranty or
representation for which Nordox Industrier A.S. assumes legal responsibility.
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