Bayer CropScience
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERLIN WG75 30X100G BOT TR 1/7
Version 1 / EU Revision Date: 15.10.2006
102000001698 Print Date: 13.03.2007
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product information
Trade name MERLIN WG75 30X100G BOT TR
Product code (UVP) 05923271
Usage herbicide
Company Bayer CropScience AG
Alfred-Nobel-Stra脽e 50
40789 Monheim
Germany
Telephone +49(0)2173-38-3373
Telefax +49(0)2173-38-7394
Responsible Department Material and Transport Safety Management
+49(0)2173-38-3409/4566
Emergency telephone number +49(0)2133-51-4233 (Sicherheitszentrale Dormagen, Bayer AG)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical nature
Water dispersible granules (WG)
Isoxaflutole 75.0 % w/w WG
Hazardous components
Chemical Name CAS-No. / Symbol(s) R-phrase(s) Concentration [%]
EINECS-No.
Isoxaflutole 141112-29-0 Xn, N R50/53, R63 75,00
Sodium 1322-93-6 Xn R20/22, > 1,00 - < 5,00
diisopropylnaphthalene 215-343-3 R36/37
sulphonate
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk advice to man and the environment
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice
Remove contaminated clothing immediately and dispose of safely.
Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Keep patient warm and at rest. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
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Eye contact
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Ingestion
Obtain medical attention. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Keep at rest.
Notes to Physician
Symptoms
Local:, To date no symptoms are known.
Symptoms
Systemic:, To date no symptoms are known.
Treatment
Local treatment:
Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
Treatment
Systemic treatment:
Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
high volume water jet
Specific hazards during fire fighting
In case of fire the evolution of dangerous gases is possible.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
Remove product from areas of fire, or otherwise cool containers with water in order to avoid
pressure being built up due to heat.
Whenever possible, contain fire-fighting water by diking area with sand or earth.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Avoid dust formation.
Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.
When dealing with a spillage do not eat, drink or smoke.
Environmental Precautions
Do not discharge into the drains/surface water/groundwater.
Methods for Cleaning Up
Transfer collected material to heavy duty plastic drums and keep safe for disposal.
Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly, observing environmental regulations.
Use approved industrial vacuum cleaner for removal.
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Additional Advice
Information regarding safe handling, see section 7.
Information regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.
Information regarding waste disposal, see section 13.
Check also for any local site procedures.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Advice on safe handling
Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.
No specific precautions required when handling unopened packs/containers; follow relevant
manual handling advice.
Avoid dust formation.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
During processing, dust may form explosive mixture in air.
Storage
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only.
Keep away from heat.
Keep away from direct sunlight.
Protect against moisture.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Storage stability
Other data Storage temperature should ideally lie between 0 and 30 掳C,
however, storage for two weeks at 54 掳C has shown no adverse
effects regarding product safety or stability.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory Protection Wear respirator conforming to EN149FFP1.
Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of
short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have
been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or
local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's
instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.
Hand Protection Wear CE Marked (or equivalent) nitrile rubber gloves (minimum
thickness 0,40 mm). Wash when contaminated. Dispose of when
contaminated inside, when perforated or when contamination outside
cannot be removed. Wash hands always before eating, drinking,
smoking or using the toilet.
Eye protection Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of Use 5 or equivalent).
Skin and body protection Wear standard coverall and type 5 suit.
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Wear two layers of clothing wherever possible. Polyester/cotton or
cotton overalls should be worn under chemical protection suit and
should be professionally laundered frequently.
Hygiene measures
When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
Remove soiled clothing immediately.
Remove soaked protective clothing immediately.
Clean hands and face at work intervals and after work.
Work in an adequately ventilated room.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form solid, dry, free flowing, water dispersible granules
Colour brown
Odour weak, characteristic
Safety data
pH 4,0 - 6,0 at 1 % (23 掳C)
Bulk Density 555 - 625 kg/m3
Water solubility dispersible
Dust content
Other Information Combustible solid product.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid None.
Hazardous Reactions No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to
prescribed instructions.
Stable under normal conditions.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Toxicity LD50 (rat) > 5.000 mg/kg
Acute Inhalation Toxicity LC50 (rat) > 5,26 mg/l
Exposure time: 4 h
Acute Dermal Toxicity LD50 (rabbit) > 2.000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation Slight irritant effect - does not require labelling. (rabbit)
Eye Irritation Slight irritant effect - does not require labelling. (rabbit)
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Sensitization Non-sensitizing. (guinea pig)
OECD Test Guideline 406, Buehler test
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity effects
Toxicity to Fish LC50 (Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)) > 65,0 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna)) 5 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
Toxicity to algae EC50 (Algae) 10,5 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
In accordance with current regulations may be taken to waste disposal site or incineration plant,
after consultation with site operator and/or with the responsible authority.
Contaminated packaging
Triple rinse containers.
Do not re-use empty containers.
Not completely emptied packagings should be disposed of as hazardous waste.
Waste key for the unused product
020108 agrochemical waste containing dangerous substances
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID/ADNR
UN-No 3077
Labels 9
Packaging group III
Hazard no. 90
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID,
N.O.S.
(ISOXAFLUTOLE MIXTURE)
IMDG
UN-No 3077
Labels 9
Packaging group III
EmS F-A , S-F
Marine pollutant Marine pollutant
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID,
N.O.S.
(ISOXAFLUTOLE MIXTURE)
IATA
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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
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UN-No 3077
Labels 9
Packaging group III
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID,
N.O.S.
(ISOXAFLUTOLE MIXTURE )
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Classification and labelling in accordance with the EC Directive on dangerous preparations
1999/45/EC as amended.
Classification:
Hazard warning labelling compulsory
Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:
鈥? Isoxaflutole
Symbol(s)
Xn Harmful
N Dangerous for the environment
R-phrase(s)
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
S-phrase(s)
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
S57 Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination.
Exceptional labelling
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Further information
WHO-classification: III (Slightly hazardous)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R36/37 Irritating to eyes and respiratory system.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
The information given in this Data Sheet has been included in accordance with the guidelines
established by EC Directive 1991/155/EC as amended. This data sheet complements the user's
instructions, but does not replace them. The information it contains is based on the knowledge
available about the product concerned at the time it was compiled. Users are further reminded of the
possible risks of using a product for purposes other than those for which it was intended. The required
information complies with current EEC legislation. Addressees are requested to observe any
additional national requirements.
Changes since the last version are highlighted in the margin. This version replaces all previous versions.
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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERLIN WG75 30X100G BOT TR 7/7
Version 1 / EU Revision Date: 15.10.2006
102000001698 Print Date: 13.03.2007
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