Material Safety Data Sheet
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Product Name : Roustabout庐
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Roustabout庐
Product Name
00593
Product Code
Herbicide
Product Type
Nufarm NZ
Company Name
6 Manu Street, Otahuhu
Address
Auckland 2024 New Zealand
0800 651 911
Emergency Tel.
Tel:
Telephone/Fax
0-9-270 4157
Number
Fax:
0-9-270 4159
www.nufarm.co.nz
Email
For selective pre-emergence weed control of annual grasses and many broadleaf
Recommended Use
weeds in maize and sweetcorn.
This SDS describes, to the best of our knowledge, the properties of the
Other Information
concentrated product. The physical properties and some of the assessments do
not apply to the properties of the product once it has been diluted for
application. Acute health effects of the diluted product are likely to be
much less severe.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification Classified as Dangerous Goods according to the LTSA New Zealand.
6.1D acute toxicant, 6.3B skin irritant, 6.4A eye irritant, 6.5B sensitiser,
Other Information
6.9B target organ toxicant, 9.1A aquatic toxicant, 9.2A soil toxicant, 9.3C
terrestrial vertebrate toxicant,
TOXICITY
Harmful - may be harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through the skin.
May cause kidney or liver damage from repeated oral exposure at high doses.
May cause eye irritation or mild skin irritation or sensitisation from
prolonged skin contact.
ECOTOXIC
Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
Selective herbicide - very toxic to some plant species.
Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates.
3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Liquid
Chemical
Characterization
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Acetochlor 34256-82-1 840g/L
3-(dichloroacetyl)-5- 121776-33-8 2-3%
(2-furanyl)
-2,2-dimethyloxazolidin
e
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Remove patient to fresh air. Lay down and keep warm and rested. If breathing
Inhalation
is shallow or has stopped ensure airway is clear and apply resuscitation.
Seek medical assistance immediately.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If swallowed do NOT
Ingestion
induce vomiting. For advice, contact the National Poisons Centre (0800 764
766). Seek medical assistance immediately.
Immediately flush body and clothes with large amounts of water. Remove
Skin
contaminated clothing and footwear. Wash affected areas with soap and water.
If a large area is affected seek medical assistance.
Flush eyes with plenty of water for 15 minutes holding eyelids open if
Eye
necessary. Seek medical assistance.
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Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an
First Aid Facilities
eyewash facility and safety shower.
Treat symptomatically.
Advice to Doctor
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Water fog, foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical.
Suitable
Extinguishing Media
None known.
Hazards from
Combustion Products
Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Special Protective
Equipment for fire
fighters
Keep up wind. Do not allow washings to reach sewage or effluent systems.
Specific Methods
No unusual fire and explosion hazards known.
Specific Hazards
2X
Hazchem Code
Location Certificate: Not applicable
Other Information
Hazardous Atmosphere Zone: Not applicable
Number of Fire Extinguishers: Not applicable
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Wear protective clothing. Clear area of unprotected personnel. Contain spill
Spills & Disposal
and absorb with sand, soil or absorbent granules. If spill does enter
waterways contact the local authority. Collect in an appropriate sealable
container for disposal in an approved landfill.
Thoroughly scrub floor with a strong industrial type detergent solution and
rinse with water.
For appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), refer Section 8.
Personal Protection
Prevent from entering drains, waterways or sewers.
Environmental
Precautions
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Avoid skin and eye contact and inhalation of spray mist.
Precautions for Safe
APPROVED HANDLER: This product must be under the control of an approved
Handling
handler when applied in a wide dispersive manner; or used by a commercial
contractor.
TRACKING: Is not required
RECORD KEEPING: Records of use as described in NZS 8409 Management of
Agrichemicals must be kept if 3L or more is applied within 24 hours.
Store in original container tightly closed and in a locked, dry, cool area
Conditions for Safe
away from foodstuffs, fertilisers and seeds. Storage must be in accordance
Storage
with NZS 8409 Management of Agrichemicals.
Stores containing 100L of Roustabout require secondary containment and are
subject to signage, and more than 100L require emergency response plans.
Keep out of reach of children.
Aggregate Storage Volume Thresholds:
Other Information
When stored with substances of the same hazard classification the aggregate
quantity must be considered. For full details refer to the current NZS8409
Management of Agrichemicals and the HSNO Regulations.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
No exposure limits (WES, TEL or EEL's) have been specifically assigned for
National Exposure
this product.
Standards
Engineering Controls Use in a well ventilated area only. Local exhaust ventilation may be required
in confined spaces.
Avoid skin and eye contact and inhalation of spray mist.
Personal Protective
When opening the container, preparing spray and using the prepared spray wear
Equipment
cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, safety goggles, waterproof
gloves, and boots.
Do not eat, drink or smoke while using.
Hygiene Measures
Remove protective clothing and wash hands and face thoroughly before meals and
after work. Wash protective clothing daily after work.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Liquid
Form
Blue to purple liquid
Appearance
Mild sweet odour
Odour
Not applicable
Melting Point
Not determined (Acetochlor = 172掳C/5mm Hg)
Boiling Point
Emulsifies
Solubility in Water
1.107
Specific Gravity
8.0
pH Value
Not determined (Acetochlor = 400+130mPa, 20掳C)
Vapour Pressure
>93.3掳C
Flash Point
Combustible.
Flammability
Not applicable
Oxidising Properties
(EC) Emulsifiable concentrate
Other Information
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
When stored appropriately this product should show no significant degradation
Chemical Stability
for 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Thermal decomposition products include: carbon monoxide.
Hazardous
Decomposition
Products
Hazardous polymerisation will not occur.
Hazardous
Polymerization
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation may be harmful.
Inhalation
Slightly toxic.
Ingestion
Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Prolonged or frequently repeated skin
Skin
contact may cause an allergic reaction in some individuals.
May cause slight irritation to the eyes.
Eye
Acetochlor is a suspected kidney toxicant.
Chronic Effects
NOEL = 2mg/kg bw/day
Refer to Other Information in this section.
Acetochlor did not cause birth defects in test animals.
Reproductive
Toxicity
Acetochlor did not cause genetic changes
Mutagenicity
Acute Toxicity - Oral LD50(rat) = 1426mg/kg (acetochlor)
LD50(rat) = >3667mg/kg (acetochlor)
Acute Toxicity -
Dermal
LC50 >3.85mg/L (acetochlor)
Acute Toxicity -
Inhalation
Slight irritant
Eye Irritation
Mild irritant
Skin Irritation
Expected to be a skin sensitizer
Skin Sensitisation
Acetochlor technical: In feeding studies with rats and mice (91-day),
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acetochlor produced reduced body weights. In repeat dosing studies with dogs,
acetochlor produced reduced body weights and feed consumption; with liver,
kidney and bone marrow effects at amounts which produced some animal deaths
(119-day); or with testicular effects (1-year). Following repeated skin
exposure (3-weeks) to acetochlor, skin irritation and animal deaths (only at
the highest exposure level) were the primary effects in rabbits. Skin allergy
was observed in guinea pigs following repeated skin exposure. Decreased body
weight, reduced feed efficiency, some animal deaths, some organ weight
changes, slight anaemia, eye damage, liver and kidney effects and tumours of
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the liver, lung and possibly histolytic sarcomas were noticed with long-term
(23 month) feeding of acetochlor to mice. Decreased body weight, reduced food
consumption, some animal deaths, slight anaemia, effects on liver, lung,
heart, arteries, tongue and nerve tissues, and tumours of the liver, nasal
turbinates and thyroid were noticed with long term (24-27 month) feeding of
acetochlor to rats. Most of the tumours in rats and mice occurred only at
levels of exposure, which produced excessive toxicity.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present or to
Ecological
intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water
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when disposing of equipment wash waters. This chemical (acetochlor)
demonstrates properties and characteristics associated with chemicals detected
in ground water. The use of this chemical in areas where soils are permeable,
particularly where the ground water is shallow may result in ground water
contamination. Acetochlor has properties that may result in surface water
contamination via dissolved runoff and runoff erosion. Practices should be
followed to minimize the potential for dissolved runoff and/or runoff erosion.
NOEC Rainbow trout eggs = 0.19mg/L (acetochlor)
Ecotoxicity
LC50 Bobwhite quail = >5620mg/kg (5-day dietary) (acetochlor)
NOEL Mallard ducks = 30ppm (22-23w) (acetochlor)
Microbial degradation accounts for most loss from soil; DT50 8-18d.
Persistence /
Degradability
Adsorbed by soil, with little leaching.
Mobility
Spray drift can cause damage
Environ. Protection
Acute Toxicity - Fish LC50 (96h) Rainbow trout 0.45mg/L (acetochlor) Bluegill sunfish
1.3mg/L (acetochlor)
LC50 (48h) Daphnia 16mg/L (acetochlor)
Acute Toxicity -
Daphnia
LD50 Bobwhite quail = 1260mg/kg (acetochlor)
Acute Toxicity -
LC50 (14d) Worms = 211mg/kg (acetochlor)
Other Organisms
LD50 (24h) Bees = >200mg/bee contact (acetochlor), >100mg/bee oral
(acetochlor)
LD50 (96h) Bees = 1715mg/bee (acetochlor)
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of product only by using according to the label, or at an approved
Product Disposal
landfill.
PLASTIC: Triple rinse empty container and add rinsate to spray tank. Burn in
Container Disposal
an appropriate incinerator if circumstances such as wind direction permit.
Otherwise crush and bury in a suitable landfill.
METAL: Triple rinse empty container and add rinsate to spray tank. Crush and
bury in suitable landfill.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
3082
U.N. Number
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. - (acetochlor, 84%)
Proper Shipping
Name
9
DG Class
2X
Hazchem Code
-
Packaging Method
III
Packing Group
-
EPG Number
47
IERG Number
Yes. Marine Pollutant mark required.
IMO Marine
Pollutant
F-A, S-F
IMDG EMS
Do not carry this product on a passenger service vehicle.
Other Information
Segregation: Check the latest Land Transport Rule Dangerous Goods Rule 45001
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for additional information. Sea transport may require additional segregation.
Refer NZS5433 sea segregation for details.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, No. P4288
National and or
See www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm/ for registration conditions
International
Approved pursuant to the HSNO Act 1996, Approval Code HSR000385
Regulatory
See www.ermanz.govt.nz for approval controls
Information
HARMFUL - keep out of reach of children
Packaging &
ECOTOXIC
Labelling
NFPA/HMIS: 2-1-1
Hazard Rating
Systems
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Contact Person/Point IN AN EMERGENCY, DIAL 111 - FIRE OR POLICE
24Hr Tollfree Emergency No: 0800 651 911
24Hr Emergency No: National Poisons Centre Phone: 0800 764 766
Minor editorial change.
Revisions
Highlighted
Supersedes SDS issued May 2006
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