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In Case of Emergency, Call 1-800-888-8372 Ingestion: If victim is fully conscious, give a large
Syngenta Crop Protection, Inc quantity of water to drink and induce vomiting. Never
Post Office Box 18300 give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Greensboro, NC 27419 Eye Contact: Immediately rinse eyes with a large amount of
----------------------------------------------------------- running water. Hold eye lids apart to rinse the entire
| 1. CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION surface of the eyes and lids. Do not apply any medicating
----------------------------------------------------------- agents except on the advice of a physician.
Product Name: BARRICADE 65WG HERBICIDE Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water, including
Product No: A9950A hair and under fingernails. Do not apply any medicating
EPA Signal Word: Caution agents except on the advice of a physician. Remove
Active Ingredient(%): Prodiamine (65%) contaminated clothing and decontaminate prior to use.
CAS No: 29091-21-2 Inhalation: Move victim from contaminated area to fresh
Chemical Name: N3,N3-Di-n-propyl-2,4-dinitro-6- air. Apply artificial respiration if necessary.
(trifluoromethyl)-m-phenylenediamine Notes to Physician: There is no specific antidote if this
Chemical Class: Dinitoaniline Herbicide product is ingested.
----------------------------------------------------------- Treat symptomatically.
| 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Medical Condition Likely to be Aggravated by Exposure:
----------------------------------------------------------- Individuals with allergic history or pre-existing
OSHA ACGIH dermatitis should use extra care in handling this
Material PEL TLV Other product.
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Kaolin Clay 15 mg/m3 2 mg/m3 Not | 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
(Total Dust); (Respirable) Established -----------------------------------------------------------
5 mg/m3 Fire and Explosion
(Respirable) Flash Point (Test Method): Not Applicable
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: No Flammable Limits (% in Air):
Surfactant Not Not Not Lower: %; Upper: % Not Applicable
Established Established Established Autoignition Temperature: Not Available
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: No Flammability: Not Flammable
Dispersing Agent Not Not 15 mg/m3 Unusual Fire, Explosion and Reactivity Hazards
Established Established (Total Explosion/ Reactivity Hazards During Manufacturing and
Dust)* Processing: This product qualifies as a ST-2 Hazard
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: No Classification according to NFPA 68, Venting of
Sodium Sulfite Not Not Not Deflagrations Guide, 1988 edition. It poses a dust
Established Established Established explosion hazard because it can generate and store
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: IARC, 3 static electricity, is sensitive to ignition by
Dispersant Not Not Not electrostatic discharge, ignites at low dust cloud
Established Established Established concentrations and once ignited, generates pressure at
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: No a very rapid rate.
Prodiamine (65%) Not Not Not Fire Hazards: Thermal decomposition products may include,
Established Established Established but are not limited to, Oxides of Nitrogen, Hydrogen
NTP/IARC/OSHA Carcinogen: No Fluoride and Carbon Monoxide.
* recommended by manufacturer In Case of Fire: Use dry chemical, foam, or CO2
----------------------------------------------------------- extinguishing media. Wear full protective clothing and
| 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION self-contained breathing apparatus. Evacuate nonessential
----------------------------------------------------------- personnel from the area to prevent human exposure to
Symptoms of Acute Exposure: Exposure may cause eye or skin fire, smoke, fumes or products of combustion. Prevent use
irritation. A skin sensitizing (allergic) reaction may of contaminated buildings, area, and equipment until
occur in some individuals. decontaminated.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None Known -----------------------------------------------------------
Physical Properties | 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Appearance: Greenish-Yellow Granules -----------------------------------------------------------
Odor: Odorless In Case of Spill or Leak: Wear chemical safety glasses with
Unusual Fire, Explosion and Reactivity Hazards side shields or chemical goggles, rubber gloves, rubber
Explosion/ Reactivity Hazards During Manufacturing and boots, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, head covering, and
Processing: This product qualifies as a ST-2 Hazard use a particulate filter, NIOSH approved per 42 CFR Part
Classification according to NFPA 68, Venting of 84. Select N or R or P type as appropriate for the oil
Deflagrations Guide, 1988 edition. It poses a dust characteristics of any other air contaminants present.
explosion hazard because it can generate and store Filter efficiency may range from 95 - 99.97% as
static electricity, is sensitive to ignition by appropriate for the size distribution of dusts present.
electrostatic discharge, ignites at low dust cloud For small spills, sweep up, keeping dust to a minimum and
concentrations and once ignited, generates pressure at place in an approved chemical container. Wash the spill
a very rapid rate. area with water containing a strong detergent, absorb
Fire Hazards: Thermal decomposition products may include, with pet litter or other absorbent material, sweep up and
but are not limited to, Oxides of Nitrogen, Hydrogen place in a chemical container. Seal the container and
Fluoride and Carbon Monoxide. handle in an approved manner. Flush the area with water
----------------------------------------------------------- to remove any residue. Do not allow wash water to
| 4. FIRST AID MEASURES contaminate water supplies.
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If poisoning is suspected, immediately contact a physician,
the nearest hospital, or the nearest Poison Control
Center. Tell the person contacted the complete product
name, and the type and amount of exposure. Describe any
symptoms and follow the advice given.
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----------------------------------------------------------- Chronic/Subchronic Toxicity Studies
| 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Prodiamine: Liver (alteration and enlargement) and
----------------------------------------------------------- thyroid effects (hormone imbalances) at high dose
Store the material in a well-ventilated, secure area out of levels (rats); decreased body weight gains.
the reach of children and domestic animals. Do not store Carcinogenic Potential
food, beverages or tobacco products in the storage area. Prodiamine: Benign thyroid tumors (rat). None observed
Prevent eating, drinking, tobacco usage, and cosmetic (mouse).
application in areas where there is a potential for Other Toxicity Information: Not Available
exposure to the material. Always wash thoroughly after Toxicity of Other Components
handling. Dispersant: Irritating to eyes, skin or respiratory
----------------------------------------------------------- tract. Ingestion may result in gastrointestinal
| 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION irritation.
----------------------------------------------------------- Dispersing Agent: Exposure can result in eye, skin and
THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXPOSURE respiratory tract irritation.
CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ARE INTENDED FOR THE Kaolin Clay: Long term overexposure to high
MANUFACTURE, FORMULATION AND PACKAGING OF THE PRODUCT. concentrations of this dust without the use of a
FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS AND ON-FARM APPLICATIONS respirator may produce x-ray evidence of dust in the
CONSULT THE PRODUCT LABEL. lungs and may affect respiratory function.
Ingestion: Prevent eating, drinking, tobacco usage and Surfactant: Exposure can result in moderate eye
cosmetic application in areas where there is a potential irritation. Prolonged or repeated contact may cause
for exposure to the material. Always wash thoroughly skin irritation.
after handling. Target Organs
Eye Contact: To avoid eye contact, wear safety glasses with Active Ingredients
side shields or chemical goggles. Prodiamine: Liver and Thyroid
Skin Contact: To avoid skin contact, wear rubber gloves, Inert Ingredients
rubber boots, long-sleeved shirt, long pants and a head Dispersant: Eyes, Skin or Respiratory Tract
covering. Dispersing Agent: Eyes, Skin and Respiratory Tract
Inhalation: To avoid breathing dust, use a particulate Kaolin Clay: Respiratory Tract
filter, NIOSH approved per 42 CFR Part 84. Select N or R Surfactant: Eyes and Skin
or P type as appropriate for the oil characteristics of -----------------------------------------------------------
any other air contaminants present. Filter efficiency may | 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
range from 95 - 99.97% as appropriate for the size -----------------------------------------------------------
distribution of dusts present. Summary of Effects
----------------------------------------------------------- Prodiamine: Not Available
| 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Eco-Acute Toxicity
----------------------------------------------------------- Prodiamine:
Appearance: Greenish-Yellow Granules Rainbow Trout 96-hour LC50 >829 ug/L
Odor: Odorless Bluegill Sunfish 96-hour LC50 >552 ug/L
Melting Point: Not Available Daphnia magna 48-hour LC50 >658 ug/L
Boiling Point: Not Applicable Eco-Chronic Toxicity
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.63 g/mL Prodiamine: Not Available
pH: 9.21 Environmental Fate
Solubility in H2O Prodiamine: No data available for the formulation. The
Prodiamine: 0.013 ppm @ 25 deg C information presented here is for the active
Vapor Pressure ingredient, prodiamine. A thorough review of
Prodiamine: 1.00E-06 mm Hg @ 20 deg C environmental information is not possible in this
----------------------------------------------------------- document. For additional information call the toll free
| 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY number listed in Section 16.
----------------------------------------------------------- ENVIRONMENTAL PERSISTENCE/MOBILITY: Stable in sterile
Reactivity water, in the dark at pH 5,7 and 9, but degrades
Stability: Stable rapidly in the light, in both water (t1/2 = 0.3 hr @ pH
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur 5.5) and soil (t1/2 = 50 hr). Degradation in soil, in
Conditions to Avoid: Oxidizing Agents; Thermal, the dark is variable under aerobic conditions (t1/2 ~
Mechanical and Electrical Ignition Sources. 57 - 218 d), more rapid under anaerobic conditions
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None Known (t1/2 ~ 30 d). Immobile in various soils (Koc >9000).
----------------------------------------------------------- Bioaccumulation is high (BCF = 1300X, whole fish).
| 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION -----------------------------------------------------------
----------------------------------------------------------- | 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION
Acute Toxicity/Irritation Studies -----------------------------------------------------------
Ingestion: Practically Non-Toxic Disposal: Do not reuse product containers. Dispose of
Oral LD50 (Rat): > 5,000 mg/kg body weight product containers, waste containers, and residues
Dermal: Slightly Toxic according to local, state, and federal health and
Dermal LD50 (Rat): > 2,000 mg/kg body weight environmental regulations.
Inhalation: Not Available Characteristic Waste: Not Applicable
Inhalation LC50 (Rat): Not Available Listed Waste: Not Applicable
Eye Contact: Mildly Irritating (Rabbit) -----------------------------------------------------------
Skin Contact: Mildly Irritating (Rabbit) | 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Skin Sensitization: Sensitizing (Guinea Pig) -----------------------------------------------------------
Mutagenic Potential DOT Classification: Not Applicable. Not regulated by DOT.
Prodiamine: None Observed B/L Freight Classification: Herbicides, NOI
Reproductive Hazard Potential International Transportation: Not Applicable
Prodiamine: Fetal toxicity at high dose levels (rats);
developmental and maternal toxicity observed at
1g/kg/day.
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| 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SARA Title III Classification
Section 311/312: Acute Health Hazard
Chronic Health Hazard
Reactive Hazard
Section 313 chemical(s): Not Applicable
Proposition 65: Not Applicable
CERCLA Reportable Quantity (RQ): None
RCRA Classification: Not Applicable
TSCA Status: Exempt from TSCA, subject to FIFRA
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| 16. OTHER INFORMATION
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NFPA Hazard Ratings | 0 Least |
Health: 1 | 1 Slight |
Flammability: 1 | 2 Moderate |
Reactivity: 1 | 3 High |
| 4 Severe |
Questions concerning the safe handling of the product
should be referred to: 1-800-334-9481
Issued Date: 1/2/1992
Revised Date: 2/28/2000
Supersedes: 2/17/2000
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The information and recommendations contained herein are
based upon data believed to be correct. However, no
guarantee or warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is
made with respect to the information contained herein.
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RSVP#: SCP-955-834A-00145K
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DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES: although
preparer and owner have taken reasonable care in the
preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and
make no representation as to the accuracy or completeness
of the information contained herein, and assume no
responsibility regarding the suitability of this
information for the user's intended purposes or for the
consequences of its use. Each user should make a
determination as to the suitability of the information for
their particular purpose(s). A request has been made to the
manufacturer to approve the contents of this material
safety data sheet. Upon receipt of any changes a new MSDS
will be made available.
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COMPAS Code: 45130350
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