MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
QUIK-FIRE
EPA Reg. No. 67702-8-17545
Common Name: Liquid herbicidal soap.
Chemical Description: Ammoniated salts of fatty acids.
TSCA/CAS No.: This product is a mixture 鈥? there is no specific CAS number.
Manufactured For
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)
Ammonium salts of fatty acids *N.A. 19-23 N.A. *N.P.
* N.A. - Not Available.
* N.P. - Not Pertinent.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Translucent, colorless with ammonia odor. Causes substantial but temporary eye injury and skin
irritation. Avoid exposure to excessive heat. Not D.O.T. regulated.
HEALTH: 2 REACTIVITY: 0 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 1
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Hold eyelids open and flush with gentle, steady stream of water for 15 minutes. Get
medical attention.
Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Drink promptly a large quantity of milk,
egg whites, or gelatin solution. If none available, drink water. Do not induce
vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If irritation persists, consult a physician.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Test Method: Not available.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not pertinent.
Flammability Classification: Noncombustible.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: Not known.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: Not known.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Water, CO2 or foams.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus and goggles. Avoid
smoke inhalation. Contain any liquid
runoff.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Material will be very slippery. Collect liquid or absorb onto absorbent
material and package for disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store in plastic or stainless steel container in a cool, well-ventilated,
dry place at temperatures above 40oF. Do not store near food or feeds.
Do not stack pallets more than two (2) high.
Transfer Equipment: Transfer product using chemical-resistant plastic or stainless steel
tanks, pumps, valves, etc.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep out of reach of children. Causes substantial but temporary eye
injury. Causes skin irritation. Prolonged or frequent exposure may
cause allergic reactions in some individuals. Avoid breathing vapor or
spray mist. Harmful if inhaled. Do not get in eyes, on skin or on
clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Protective eyewear. As a general rule, do not wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Wear coveralls over short-sleeved shirt and short pants, socks, chemical-resistant
footwear and waterproof gloves.
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.
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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Translucent, colorless liquid.
Odor: Ammonia odor.
pH: 8.40 卤 0.10
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Miscible.
Density: 8.34 lbs./gal.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Exposure to excessive heat.
Incompatibility: Copper, brass and galvanized metals react with the product.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: CO2, CO, NOx
Hazardous Polymerization: None known.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Can be expected to cause moderate to severe reversible injury.
Skin: Causes irritation, reddening; prolonged or frequent contact may cause
allergic reaction. Dermal LD50 >5000 ppm
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation and/or nausea. LD50> 5000 mg/kg.
Inhalation: Can be expected to cause irritation if fine droplets are inhaled. LD50> 20
mg/l.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: May aggravate chronic skin, eye or respiratory disease.
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.
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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.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T.: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Compounds, Tree or Weed Killing (Herbicide), Liquid.
NMFC Item 50320, LTL Class 60
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: None.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
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. Monterey AgResources
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 Monterey AgResources assumes legal responsibility.
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