MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 7/26/01
TRACER* NATURALYTE* INSECT CONTROL Product Code: 49171
MSDS: 005499
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is extremely low. The
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
oral LD50 for rats and mice is >5000 mg/kg. Small amounts
PRODUCT: Tracer* Naturalyte* Insect Control swallowed incidental to normal handling operations are not
likely to cause injury; however, swallowing amounts larger
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: than that may cause injury.
Dow AgroSciences
9330 Zionsville Road INHALATION: Single exposure to concentrate mist is not
Indianapolis, IN 46268-1189 likely to cause adverse effects.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS:
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGANS) EFFECTS: In
animals, has been shown to cause vacuolation of cells in
Spinosad: Spinosyn A CAS# 131929-60-7 44.2%
various tissues and changes in blood and serum
Spinosyn D CAS# 131929-63-0
biochemistry. Dose levels producing these effects were
Inert Ingredients, total, including: 55.8%
many times higher than any dose levels expected from
Propylene glycol
exposure due to use.
(1,2-Propanediol) CAS# 000057-55-6
CANCER INFORMATION: For spinosad, studies were
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard
negative.
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). In addition,
other substances not 鈥楬azardous鈥? per this OSHA Standard
TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Spinosad, did not
may be listed. Where proprietary ingredient shows, the
cause birth defects in laboratory animals.
identity may be made available as provided in this
standard.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: Spinosad, in laboratory
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS: animal studies, effects on reproduction have been seen
only at doses that produced significant toxicity to the parent
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW animals.
Off-white to tan liquid suspension with low odor. May
4. FIRST AID:
cause slight eye irritation. The LD50 for skin absorption in
rabbits is >5000 mg/kg. The oral LD50 for rats and mice is
EYE: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water
>5000 mg/kg. Material is slightly toxic to aquatic
for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after
organisms.
the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes. Call a poison
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 800-992-5994
control center or doctor for treatment advice.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section includes
SKIN: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
possible adverse effects, which could occur if this material
immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a
is not handled in the recommended manner.
poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
EYE: May cause slight eye irritation.
INGESTION: Call a poison control center or doctor
immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass
SKIN: The LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >5000
of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless
mg/kg. A single prolonged exposure is not likely to result in
told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Never
the material being absorbed through skin in harmful
give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
amounts. Prolonged exposure is not likely to cause
significant skin irritation. Did not cause allergic skin
irritation or reactions when tested in guinea pigs.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 7/26/01
TRACER* NATURALYTE* INSECT CONTROL Product Code: 49171
MSDS: 005499
INHALATION: Move person to fresh air. If person is not 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
breathing, call 911 or ambulance, and then give artificial
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
respiration, preferably by mouth to mouth. Call a poison
STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eye
control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
contact. Do not take internally. Wash thoroughly after
handling and before eating, drinking, or smoking. Store
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: No specific antidote. Supportive
product in original container. See product label for
care. Treatment based on judgment of the physician in
additional instructions.
response to reactions of the patient.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION:
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
These precautions are suggested for conditions where the
FLASH POINT: Not determined (aqueous suspension)
potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions may
METHOD USED: Not applicable
require additional precautions.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS:
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
LFL: Not determined (water-based product)
Propylene glycol: AIHA WEEL is 50 ppm total, 10 mg/M3
UFL: Not determined (water-based product)
aerosol only.
Spinosad: Dow AgroSciences Industrial Hygiene Guide is
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: To extinguish combustible
0.3 mg/M3, TWA.
residues of this product use water fog, carbon dioxide, dry
chemical or foam.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Good general ventilation
should be sufficient for most conditions.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Keep people away.
Isolate fire area and deny unnecessary entry. Under fire
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING,
conditions some components of this product may
COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
decompose. The smoke may contain unidentified toxic
WORKERS:
and/or irritating compounds.
EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use of safety glasses is
FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Wear positive-pressure,
recommended.
self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective
fire-fighting clothing (includes fire-fighting helmet, coat,
SKIN PROTECTION: No precautions other than clean
pants, boots, and gloves). If protective equipment is not
body-covering clothing should be needed. See product
available or not used, fight fire from a protected location or
label for additional instructions.
safe distance.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: No respiratory protection
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
should be needed.
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS/LEAKS: Use non-
reactive absorbent to absorb small spills and collect for APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Refer to
disposal. Report large spills to Dow AgroSciences at 800- the product label for personal protective clothing and
992-5994. equipment.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 7/26/01
TRACER* NATURALYTE* INSECT CONTROL Product Code: 49171
MSDS: 005499
DEGRADATION AND PERSISTENCE:
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
Based largely or completely on information for active
BOILING POINT: 100oC (212oF) water ingredient(s).
PHYSICAL STATE: Liquid suspension Based on information for spinosyn A.
ODOR: Low odor The photolysis half-life in soil is 8.68 days.
DENSITY: 1.09 g/ml The photolysis half-life in pH 7 buffer is 0.96 days.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Dispersible Under aerobic soil conditions the half-life is 9.4 and 17.3
days.
VAPOR PRESSURE: Similar to water
Based on information for spinosyn D.
APPEARANCE: Off-white to light tan
The photolysis half-life in soil is 9.44 days.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY: The photolysis half-life in pH 7 buffer is 0.84 days.
STABILITY (CONDITIONS TO AVOID): Thermally stable
ECOTOXICOLOGY:
at typical use temperatures. Some components of this
Material is slightly toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute
product can decompose at elevated temperatures.
basis (LC50/EC50 between 10 and 100 mg/L in most
sensitive species).
INCOMPATIBILITY (SPECIFIC MATERIALS TO AVOID):
Acute immobilization EC50 in water flea (Daphnia magna) is
None known
16.9 mg/L.
Acute LC50 in water flea (Daphnia magna) is >90.9 mg/L.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Hazardous
Acute LC50 in zebra fish (Brachydanio rerio) is >120 mg/L.
decomposition products depend upon temperature, air
Acute LC50 in common carp (Cyprinus carpio) is >100 mg/L.
supply, and the presence of other materials.
The LC50 in earthworm (Eisenia foetida) is >2000 mg/kg.
Growth inhibition EC50 in diatom (Navicula sp.) is 0.667
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to occur.
mg/L.
Growth inhibition EC50 in green alga (Selenastrum
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
capricornutum) is >100 mg/L.
MUTAGENICITY: For spinosad, in-vitro and animal Acute contact LC50 in honeybee (Apis mellifera) is 0.12
mutagenicity studies were negative. 碌g/bee.
Acute oral LD50 in honeybee (Apis mellifera) is 0.11 碌g/bee.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE:
DISPOSAL METHOD: Improper disposal of excess
MOVEMENT & PARTITIONING: product, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of the
Based largely or completely on information for active federal law. If these wastes cannot be disposed by use
ingredient(s). according to label instructions, contact your state pesticide
Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF <100 or Log Pow or environmental control agency, or the hazardous waste
<3). representative at the nearest EPA regional office for
Based on information for spinosyn A. guidance.
Bioconcentration factor (BCF) in fish is 19.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
Based on information of spinosyn D.
Bioconcentration factor (BCF) in fish is 33.
This product is not regulated by DOT when shipped
domestically by land.
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994
Dow AgroSciences LLC
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Effective Date: 7/26/01
TRACER* NATURALYTE* INSECT CONTROL Product Code: 49171
MSDS: 005499
COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY ACT (CERCLA, or
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in good faith SUPERFUND): To the best of our knowledge, this product
and believed to be accurate as of the effective date shown contains no chemical subject to reporting under CERCLA.
above. However, no warranty, express or implied, is given.
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
Regulatory requirements are subject to change and may
differ from one location to another; it is the buyer鈥檚
MSDS STATUS: Revised Section: 4
responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with
Reference: DR-0341-0784
federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The following
Replaces MSDS Dated: 3/23/00
specific information is made for the purpose of complying
Document Code: D03-066-003
with numerous federal, state or provincial, and local laws
Replaces Document Code: D03-066-002
and regulations.
U.S. REGULATIONS
SARA 313 INFORMATION: To the best of our knowledge,
this product contains no chemical subject to SARA Title III
Section 313 supplier notification requirements.
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has been
reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories"
promulgated under Sections 311 and 312 of the Superfund
Amendment and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title
III) and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet
the following categories:
An immediate health hazard
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All
ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not required
to be listed on the TSCA inventory.
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product
components are cited on certain state lists as mentioned.
Non-listed components may be shown in the composition
section of the MSDS.
CHEMICAL NAME CAS NUMBER LIST
1,2-PROPANEDIOL 000057-55-6 PA1
PA1=Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present at > or = to
1.0%).
OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD: This
product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But No
Warranty, Express or Implied, Is Made. Consult Dow
Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
AgroSciences for Further Information.
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