Material Safety Data Sheet
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EPA Reg. Number: 62716-134-67690
Effective Date: October 15, 1998
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EYE: May cause severe irritation with corneal injury
1. PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
which may result in permanent impairment of vision,
Product: Rubigan E.C. Fungicide
even blindness.
Company:
SKIN: Short single exposure may cause skin
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irritation. Prolonged or repeated exposure may
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cause severe skin irritation. A single prolonged
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exposure is not likely to result in the material being
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absorbed through skin in harmful amounts. The
LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >2000 mg/kg.
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Did not cause allergic skin reactions when tested in
Fenarimol: alpha-(2-Chlorophenyl)-alpha-(4- guinea pigs.
chloropheny1)-5-pyrimidine-methanol
CAS # 060168-88-9 ............................................ 12%
INGESTION: Single dose oral toxicity is low. The
Ingredients, Total, Including: ............................... 88%
oral LD50 for rats are 1270 mg/kg (males) and 1057
Toximul H-A Surfactant (Methanol) mg/kg (females). Small amounts swallowed
CAS # 000067-56-1 incidental to normal handling operations are not
Aromatic 200 (Naphthalene) likely to cause injury; however, swallowing larger
CAS# 000091-20-3 amounts may cause injury. If aspirated (liquid enters
the lung), may cause lung damage or even death
This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA due to chemical pneumonia.
Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200). In addition, other substances not INHALATION: Excessive exposure may cause
鈥楬azardous鈥? per this OSHA standard may be listed. irritation to upper respiratory tract (nose and throat)
Where proprietary ingredient shows, the identity may and lungs. The LC50 for male rats is between 2.27
be made available as provided in this standard. and 4.51 mg/L for 4 hours. Signs and symptoms of
excessive exposure may be central nervous system
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION effects. Naphthalene is reported to cause heavy
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW perspiration, nausea, and vomiting.
Hazardous chemical. Amber/pale brown liquid with
SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS:
an aromatic odor. May cause severe eye irritation
In animals, has been shown to cause liver and
with corneal injury, resulting in permanent vision
kidney effects. Signs and symptoms of excessive
impairment or blindness. May cause skin irritation.
exposure may be anesthetic or narcotic effects.
LD50 for skin absorption in rabbits is >2000 mg/kg.
Cataracts and other eye effects have been reported
Oral LD50 for male rats is 1270 mg/kg and female
in humans repeatedly exposed to naphthalene vapor
rats is 1057 mg/kg. LC50 for male rats is between
or dust.
2.27 and 4.51 mg/L for 4 hours. Combustible liquid.
Avoid freezing. Do not store near heat or flame.
CANCER INFORMATION: Fenarimol did not cause
Toxic to fish.
cancer in laboratory animals. Naphthalene did not
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cause cancer in some laboratory animals. An
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increase in lung tumors was observed in female, but
not male, mice exposed to naphthalene by inhalation
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section
for two years. In humans, there is limited evidence
includes possible adverse effects which could occur
of cancer in workers involved in naphthalene
if this material is not handled in the recommended
production. Limited oral studies in rats are negative.
manner.
TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Fenarimol did
not cause birth defects, but did produce other fetal
effects at doses non-toxic to the mother. For the
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Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
(INFOTRAC)
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EPA Reg. Number: 62716-134-67690
Effective Date: October 15, 1998
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due to pressure build-up when subjected to
other tested components: did not cause birth defects
excessive heat or intense fire. Will emit toxic fumes
in laboratory animals.
and gases when it burns.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: Fenarimol has been
shown to interfere with reproduction and fertility in FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Wear full protective
animal studies. clothing and positive-pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus.
4. FIRST AID
6. ACCIDENTIAL RELEASE MEASURES
EYES: Immediate and continuous irrigation with
flowing water for at least 30 minutes is imperative. (See Section 15 for Regulatory Information)
Prompt medical consultation is essential.
ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS: Use absorbent
SKIN: Wash off in flowing water or shower. materials to contain and clean up small spills and
dispose as waste. Report large spills to INFOTREC
INGESTION: Do not induce vomiting. Call a and contact SePRO Corporation for assistance.
physician and/or transport to an emergency facility Prohibit the use of hot or sparking equipment in
immediately. immediate area. Prevent runoff.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, PRECAUTONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
oxygen should be administered by qualified STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children. Causes
personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical substantial eye injury and skin irritation. Harmful if
facility. swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through the skin.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: The decision of whether to breathing vapor or spray mists. Avoid freezing. Do
induce vomiting or not should be made by an not use or store near heat or open flame. Store in
attending physician. If lavage is performed, suggest original container only. Users should wash their
endotracheal and /or esophageal control. Danger hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using
from lung aspiration must be weighted against tobacco, or using the toilet. For handling relative to
toxicity when considering emptying the stomach. No the end-use of this product or information
specific antidote. Supportive care. Treatment concerning the use of personal protective equipment
based on judgment of the physician in response to (PPE) under the Worker Protection Standard of
reactions of the patient. 1993, read the product label.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL
FLASH POINT: 104掳F, 40掳C PROTECTION
Method Used: SCC These precautions are suggested for conditions with
a high potential for exposure. If handling procedures
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: are such that there is only a low potential for
LFL: 1.1 +/- 0.1% by vol at 80掳C exposure, less protection may be needed.
UFL: Not available Emergency conditions may require additional
precautions.
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 738掳F, 392掳C
EXPOSURE GUIDELINE(S):
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use water, CO2, or dry Aromatic 200 (petroleum solvent): None established.
chemicals. Supplier recommends a guideline of 100 ppm for the
total product, which is a mixture of aromatic
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Classified as a hydrocarbons.
combustible liquid. Closed containers may explode
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General Phone: 317-580-8282
EPA Reg. Number: 62716-134-67690
Effective Date: October 15, 1998
Rubigan E.C. Fungicide O Carmel, IN
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Naphthalene: ACGIH TLV and OSHA PEL are 10 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ppm TWA, 15 ppm STEL. (See Section 3 for Potential Health Effects. For
Propylene Glycol Methyl Ether: ACGIH TLV and detailed toxicological data, write or call the address
OSHA PEL are 100 ppm TWA, 150 ppm STEL. or non-emergency number shown in Section 1)
PELs are in accord with those recommended by
OSHA, as in the 1989 revision of PELs. MUTAGENICITY: In-vitro and animal mutagenicity
studies were negative.
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general
and/or local exhaust ventilation to control airborne 12. ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
levels below the exposure guidelines.
(For detailed Ecological data, write or call the
address or non-emergency number shown in
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels
Section 1)
should be maintained below the exposure
guidelines. When respiratory protection is required
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA: This product is toxic to
for certain operations, use a NIOSHA approved air-
fish. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where
purifying respirator.
surface water is present, or to intertidal areas below
the mean high water mark. Drift and runoff from
SKIN PROTECTION: Use protective clothing
treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic
impervious to this material. Selection of specific
organisms in neighboring areas. Do not apply when
items such as faceshield, gloves, boots, apron, or
weather conditions favor runoff or drift from the
full body suit will depend on the operation.
target area. Do not contaminate water when
disposing of equipment washwaters or rinsate.
EYE PROTECTION: Use chemical goggles. Eye
wash fountain should be located in immediate work
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
area.
(See Section 15 for Regulatory Information)
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
DISPOSAL METHOD: Do not contaminate food,
BOILING POINT: (@ 1 atmosphere) 239掳F, 115掳C
feed, or water by storage or disposal. Pesticide
VAPOR PRESSURE: 7.1 mm Hg at 25掳C
wastes are toxic. Improper disposal or excess
VAPOR DENSITY: 1.020 relative to air at 25掳C
pesticide, spray mixture, or rinsate is a violation of
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Emulsifies in water
federal law. If wastes resulting from the use of this
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.998 g/ml at 20掳C
product cannot be disposed of according to label
APPEARANCE: Amber/pale brown liquid
instructions, dispose of these wastes at an approved
ODOR: Aromatic odor
facility. Contact your state pesticide or
pH: (aqueous 50/50) 4.8 to 5.3
environmental control agency, or the hazardous
waste representative at the nearest EPA regional
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
office for guidance.
STABILITY: (CONDITONS TO AVOID) Do not store
near heat or flame. 14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
For DOT regulatory information, if required, consult
INCOMPATIBILITY: (SPECIIC MATERIALS TO
transportation regulations, product shipping papers,
AVOID) Avoid freezing.
or contact your SePRO Corporation representative.
HAZARDOURS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Nitrogen oxides ad other toxic vapors will be formed
(Not meant to be all-inclusive 鈥? selected regulations
if product is involved in fire.
represented)
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Not known to
occur.
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Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
(INFOTRAC)
General Phone: 317-580-8282
EPA Reg. Number: 62716-134-67690
Effective Date: October 15, 1998
Rubigan E.C. Fungicide O Carmel, IN
SePRO Corporation
NOTICE: The information herein is presented in Chemical Name CAS Number List
good faith and believed to be accurate as of the Methanol 000067-56-1 NJ3 PA1 NJ1
effective date shown above. However, no warranty, NJ2 PA3
express or implied is given. Regulatory Naphthalene 000091-20-3 NJ3 PA1 NJ2
requirements are subject to change and may differ PA3
from one location to another; it is the buyer鈥檚 Prorietary Ingredient NJ3 PA1
responsibility to ensure that its activities comply with Fenarimol 060168-88-9 NJ 2
federal, state or provincial, and local laws. The Y.Alpha-(2-chlorophenyl)-alph.-4-
following specific information is made for the
purpose of complying with numerous federal, state NJ1=New Jersey Special Health Hazard Substance
or provincial, and local laws and regulation. See (present at greater than or equal to 0.1%).
other sections for health and safety information. NJ2=New Jersey Environmental Hazardous
Substance (Present at greater than or equal to
U.S. REGULATIONS 1.0%).
SARA 313 INFORMATION: This product contains NJ3=New Jersey Workplace Hazardous Substance
the following substances subject to the reporting (present at greater than or equal to 1.0%).
requirements of Section 313 of Title III or the PA1=Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance (present
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of at greater than or equal to 1.0%).
1986 and 40 CFR Part 372: PA3=Pennsylvania Environmental Hazardous
Substance (present at greater than or equal to
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration 1.0%).
Methanol 000067-56-1 5%
Naphthalene 000091-20-3 65.86% OSHA HAZARD COMMUNICATION STANDARD:
Fenarimol 060168-88-9 12% This product is a 鈥淗azardous Chemical鈥? as defined
Y.Alpha-(2-chlorophenyl)-alph by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29
CFR 1910.1200.
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: This product has
been reviewed according to the EPA 鈥淗azard NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
Categories鈥? promulgated under Sections 311 and (NFPA) RATINGS:
312 of the Superfund Amendment and Category Rating
Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA Title III) and is Health 2
considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the Flammability 2
following categories: Reactivity 0
An immediate health hazard COMPEREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL
A delayed health hazard RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY
A fire hazard ACT (CERCLA, OR SUPERFUND): This product
contains the following substance(s) listed as
TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA): All 鈥淗azardous Substances鈥? under CERCLA which may
ingredients are on the TSCA inventory or are not require reporting of releases:
required to be listed on the TSCA inventory. Category:
Chemical Name CAS# RQ % in Product
STATE RIGHT-TO-KNOW: The following product Methanol 000067-56-1 5000 5.00%
components are cited on certain state lists as (Toximul H-A)
mentioned. Non-listed components may be shown Napthalene 000091-20-3 100 65.86%
in the composition section fo the MSDS. (Aromatic 200)
RCRA Categorization
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Material Safety Data Sheet
Transportation and Medical Emergency Phone: 800-535-5053
(INFOTRAC)
General Phone: 317-580-8282
EPA Reg. Number: 62716-134-67690
Effective Date: October 15, 1998
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USEPA Hazardous Waste #
Methanol (Toximul H-A) = U154
Napthalene (Aromatic 200) = U165
16. OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS STATUS:
Revised to ANSI Standard 16 Section MSDS
Updated all sections
Replaces MSDS dated February 12, 1997
The Information Herein Is Given In Good Faith, But
No Warranty, Express Or Implied, Is Made. Consult
SePRO Corporation For Further Information.
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