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Section 1 - Identification of Chemical Product and Company
Farmoz Pty Ltd, Suite 1, Level 4, Building B Telephone (02)9431 7800 (24 hours)
207 Pacific Highway, St Leonards, NSW 2068 Fax (02)9431 7700
ACN 050 328 973
Substance: Metsulfuron methyl is a sulfonylurea derived herbicide.
Trade Name: Farmoz Bushwacker Brush Control Herbicide
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: March, 2003
Revision Date: June, 2008
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: Not Hazardous - No criteria found.
Safety Phrases: Not Hazardous - No criteria found.
SUSDP Classification: None allocated.
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Water soluble measure packs of powder.
Odour: No odour.
Major Health Hazards: Systemic poisoning by sulfonylurea based compounds is unlikely, unless large quantities
have been ingested. No accounts of poisoning by Metsulfuron-methyl are currently available. No significant risk
factors have been found for this product.
Potential Health Effects
See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. In addition product is unlikely to
cause any discomfort or irritation.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in
normal use. However product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. However product may be mildly
irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term.
Carcinogen Status:
ASCC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by ASCC.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.
Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
TWA ((mg///m33) STEL ((mg///m33)
TWA (m g m 3)) STEL (m g m 3))
IIIngrrediiientts
n gre d e nts CAS No Conc,,,%
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CAS No
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Metsulfuron methyl 74223-64-6 60 not set not set
Other non hazardous ingredients secret to 100 not set not set
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This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non
hazardous ingredients are also possible.
The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5
day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should
not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is
used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General Information:
You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by
this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all
times. Have this MSDS with you when you call.
Inhalation: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Skin Contact: Irritation is unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5
minutes or until chemical is removed. If in doubt obtain medical advice.
Eye Contact: No effects expected. If irritation does occur, flush contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing
water for 5 minutes or until the product is removed. Obtain medical advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts more
than a few minutes.
Ingestion: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is
involved in a fire. Violent steam generation or eruption may occur upon application of direct water stream on hot
liquids.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Preferred extinguishing media are carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog.
Fire Fighting: When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, wear a splash suit complete with
self contained breathing apparatus.
Flash point: Not flammable.
Upper Flammability Limit: No data.
Lower Flammability Limit: No data.
Autoignition temperature: No data.
Flammability Class: No data.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: Minor spills do not normally need any special cleanup measures. In the event of a major spill,
prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. As a minimum, wear overalls, goggles and gloves. Suitable
materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Sweep up and
shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. After
spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise
emergency services. Full details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused material may be found on
the label. If there is any conflict between this MSDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Ensure legality of
disposal by consulting regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use.
Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check
Section 8 of this MSDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed.
The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to
persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible
materials listed in Section 10.
Storage: Make sure that containers of this product are kept tightly closed. Keep containers of this product in a well
ventilated area. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Materials to
avoid" in Section 10. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the label.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
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Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Industrial Clothing: AS2919, Industrial Eye
Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Exposure Limits
Exposure limits have not been established by ASCC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for Metsulfuron methyl is set at 0.01mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 1mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Dec
2002.
Ventilation: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that dusts are minimised.
Eye Protection: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product is being
used.
Skin Protection: You should avoid contact even with mild skin irritants. Therefore you should wear suitable
impervious elbow-length gloves and facial protection when handling this product. See below for suitable material
types.
Protective Material Types: There is no specific recommendation for any particular protective material type.
Respirator: If there is a significant chance that dusts are likely to build up in the area where this product is being
used, we recommend that you use a suitable Dust Mask.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Water soluble measure packs of powder.
Odour: No odour.
Boiling Point: No specific data. Expected to decompose before boiling.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Solid at normal temperatures. Metsulfuron methyl melts about
158掳C
Volatiles: No specific data. Expected to be low at 100掳C.
Vapour Pressure: No data.
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: No data.
Water Solubility: Measure packs dissolve in water; contents are wettable.
pH: No data.
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Autoignition temp: No data.
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have
any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
Conditions to Avoid: This product should be kept in a cool place, preferably below 30掳C. Containers should be
kept dry. Protect this product from light.
Incompatibilities: strong oxidising agents, chlorine bleach, ammonia.
Fire Decomposition: Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Nitrogen and
its compounds, and under some circumstances, oxides of nitrogen. Occasionally hydrogen cyanide gas. Oxides of
sulfur (sulfur dioxide is a respiratory hazard) and other sulfur compounds. Most will have a foul odour. Water. Carbon
monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of
judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death. Hydrogen cyanide poisoning signs and symptoms are
weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, coma, convulsions, and death. Death results from respiratory
arrest. Hydrogen cyanide gas acts very rapidly; symptoms and death can both occur quickly.
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation processes.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity: Acute Toxicity: Metsulfuron methyl has very low toxicity in mammals. LD50 is > 5,000 mg/kg in rats. It has
low dermal toxicity in tests with rabbits, with an LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg, and low inhalation toxicity in rats, with a median
lethal concentration in air of greater than 5 mg/liter air. Moderate but reversible eye irritation has been seen in rabbits,
and mild skin irritation has been observed in guinea pigs. No skin sensitization has been observed in guinea pigs.
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Chronic Toxicity: A 2-year feeding study in rats resulted in a No Observable Effects Level (NOEL) of 25.0 mg/kg/day
(or 500 ppm in feed), based on decreased body weights seen at 250 mg/kg/day (5,000 ppm) which was the highest
dose tested. EPA has based its reference dose (0.25 mg/kg/day) on this study.
Reproductive Effects: Multigeneration studies in rats did not result in any reproductive effects at the highest doses
tested of 250 mg/kg/day.
Teratogenic Effects: Metsulfuron-methyl did not cause developmental abnormalities to offspring of rats and rabbits
fed 1000 mg/kg/day and 700 mg/kg/day respectively during gestation. These doses represent the highest dose tested
for each experiment.
Mutagenic Effects: The weight of evidence presented by a battery of tests to measure mutagenicity and other
adverse effects on DNA indicates that Metsulfuron-methyl is neither mutagenic nor genotoxic.
Carcinogenic Effects: Negative for rats and mice in laboratory tests, but studies may not have been at maximum
tolerated dose.
Organ Toxicity: Metsulfuron-methyl is a moderate eye irritant.
Fate in Humans and Other Animals: The chemical is broken down quickly and eliminated from the body. In tests with
radio labelled Metsulfuron-methyl in rats, the excretion half-lives ranged from 9 to 16 hours and 23 to 29 hours for rats
administered low and high doses, respectively. It did not bioaccumulate in fish.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Breakdown of Chemical in Soil and Groundwater: The breakdown of Metsulfuron-methyl in soils is largely
dependant on soil temperature, moisture content, and pH. The chemical will degrade faster under acidic conditions,
and in soils with higher moisture content and higher temperature. The chemical has a higher mobility potential in
alkaline soils than in acidic soils, as it is more soluble under alkaline conditions. Metsulfuron-methyl is stable to
photolysis, but will break down in ultraviolet light. Half-life estimates for Metsulfuron-methyl in soil are wide ranging
from 14 - 180 days, with an overall average of reported values of 30 days. Reported half-life values (in days) for soil
include: clay - 178 ; sandy loam - 102 ; clay loam - 70 , 14-28 , 14-105 ; silty loam - 120-180.
Breakdown of Chemical in Surface Water: The dissipation time for Metsulfuron-methyl was investigated in a mixed
wood/boreal forest lake. The DT50 or length of time required for half of the material to dissipate in water was >84 days
when high concentrations of Metsulfuron-methyl were applied, and 29.1 days at concentrations that might be
expected if the chemical is applied for forestry uses. It is stable to hydrolysis at neutral and alkaline pHs, and has a
half-life of 3 weeks at pH 5.0, 25掳C and >30 days at 15掳C.
Breakdown of Chemical in Vegetation: Metsulfuron-methyl is rapidly taken up by plants at the roots and on foliage.
The chemical is translocated throughout the plant, but is not persistent. It is broken down to non-herbicidal products in
tolerant plants.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Instructions concerning the disposal of this product and its containers are given on the product label.
These should be carefully followed. Special help is available for the disposal of Agricultural Chemicals. The product
label will give general advice regarding disposal of small quantities, and how to cleanse containers. However, for help
with the collection of unwanted rural chemicals, contact ChemClear 1800 008 182 http://www.chemclear.com.au/ and
for help with the disposal of empty drums, contact DrumMuster http://www.drummuster.com.au/ where you will find
contact details for your area.
Section 14 - Transport Information
ADG Code: This product is not classified as a Dangerous Good. No special transport conditions are necessary
unless required by other regulations.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS: We are unable to verify the presence of all of the ingredients in this product on the public AICS database.
There are several possible reasons why this may occur. If you have any reason to be concerned about this, we
suggest you call us on the number below.
Section 16 - Other Information
Much of the Information in this MSDS came from Extoxnet, a Pesticide Information Project of Cooperative Extension
Offices of Cornell University, Oregon State University, the University of Idaho, and the University of California at Davis
and the Institute for Environmental Toxicology, Michigan State University.
This MSDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail, 7th Edition
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
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CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Hazchem Number Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency
services especially firefighters
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
ASCC Office of the Australian Safety and Compensation Council
NOS Not otherwise specified
NTP National Toxicology Program (USA)
R-Phrase Risk Phrase
SUSDP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs & Poisons
UN Number United Nations Number
Contact Points:
Call Farmoz on (02)9431 7800 Fax: (02)9431 7700 and ask for the technical manager.
Police and Fire Brigade: Dial 000
Emergency contact: 1800 024 973 (24 hours)
If ineffective: Dial Poisons Information Centre
(13 1126 from anywhere in Australia)
The information contained in this Material Safety Data Sheet is provided in good faith and is believed to be correct at the date
hereof. However, it is expected that individuals receiving the information will exercise their independent judgement in determining
its appropriateness for a particular purpose. Farmoz Pty Ltd makes no representation as to the accuracy or comprehensiveness of
the information and to the full extent allowed by law excludes all liability whatsoever, whether with respect to negligence or
otherwise, for any loss or damage arising from or connection with the supply or use of the information in this Material Safety Data
Sheet.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
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