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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: Oxyfluorfen is a diphenyl ether derivative.
Trade Name: Farmoz Cavalier Herbicide
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: December, 2002
Revision Date: June, 2008
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: R36/38. Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases: S24/25. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
SUSDP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: Class 9 (ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.)
UN Number: 3082
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Clear, dark amber liquid.
Odour: Aromatic, fragrant floral odour.
Major Health Hazards: Oxyfluorfen is practically nontoxic by ingestion, with reported oral LD50 values of 5000
mg/kg in both rats and dogs, and 2700 to 5000 mg/kg in mice. The dermal LD50 is greater than 5000 mg/kg in both
rats and rabbits, also indicating slight toxicity by this route. It causes no skin irritation in rabbits, no skin sensitization
in guinea pigs, and moderate eye irritation in rabbits. irritating to eyes and skin.
Potential Health Effects
See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. However product may be mildly
irritating, although unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in
normal use. However product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin.
Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. However product is an eye irritant.
Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms
may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However,
lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. However, this product may be irritating
to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than transient discomfort.
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.
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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,,,%
Conc %
CAS No
ng ed en s CAS No Conc % TWA mg m STEL mg m
Oxyfluorfen 42874-03-3 24 not set not set
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4 10.8 103 309
Aromatic hydrocarbons 64742-94-5 61.7 not set not set
Other non hazardous ingredients secret to 100 not set not set
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: No first aid measures normally required. However, if inhalation has occurred, and irritation has
developed, remove to fresh air and observe until recovered. If irritation becomes painful or persists more than about
30 minutes, seek medical advice.
Skin Contact: Quickly and gently, blot or brush away excess chemical. Wash gently and thoroughly with water (use
non-abrasive soap if necessary) for 20 minutes or until chemical is removed. Under running water, remove
contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g. watchbands and belts). If irritation persists, repeat flushing and
obtain medical advice. Completely decontaminate clothing, shoes and leather goods before reuse or discard.
Eye Contact: Quickly and gently blot or brush away product. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with
lukewarm, gently flowing water until the product is removed or until a few minutes after irritation has ceased, while
holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face.
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: This product is classified as a C1 combustible product. There is a slight risk of an
explosion from this product if commercial quantities are involved in a fire. Violent steam generation or eruption may
occur upon application of direct water stream on hot liquids. Vapours from this product are heavier than air and may
accumulate in sumps, pits and other low-lying spaces, forming potentially explosive mixtures. They may also flash
back considerable distances.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred firefighting medium but, if it is not available, normal
foam can be used. Try to contain spills, minimise spillage entering drains or water courses.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade. There is little danger of
a violent reaction or explosion if significant quantities of this product are involved in a fire. Recommended personal
protective equipment is full fire kit and and breathing apparatus.
Flash point: Not flammable.
Upper Flammability Limit: No data.
Lower Flammability Limit: No data.
Autoignition temperature: No data.
Flammability Class: C1
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses.
Immediately call the Fire Brigade. Wear full protective clothing including face mask, face shield and gauntlets. All skin
areas should be covered. See above under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal
protective equipment. No special recommendations for clothing materials. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill.
Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spill is too large or if absorbent material is not
available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains or waterways. Sweep up and shovel or
collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. After spills,
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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: Note that his product is combustible and therefore, for Storage, meets the definition of Dangerous Goods in
some states. We suggest you consult your state's Dangerous Goods laws in order to clarify your obligations regarding
the storage of this product.
Make sure that containers of this product are kept tightly closed. Pressure may build up in sealed containers, so do
not seal tightly. Keep away from combustible materials. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with
substances listed under "Materials to avoid" in Section 10. Some liquid preparations settle or separate on standing
and may require stirring before use. 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:
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
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 103 309
The ADI for Oxyfluorfen is set at 0.025mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 2.5mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, June
2002.
Ventilation: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of a
fan is suggested.
Eye Protection: Protective glasses or goggles should be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect
your eyes may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to where
this product is being used.
Skin Protection: Prevent skin contact by wearing impervious gloves, clothes and, preferably, apron. Make sure that
all skin areas are covered. See below for suitable material types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: butyl.
Respirator: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult
the Australian Standard mentioned above. Otherwise, not normally necessary.
Eyebaths or eyewash stations and safety deluge showers should be provided near to where this product is being
used.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Clear, dark amber liquid.
Odour: Aromatic, fragrant floral odour.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures.
Volatiles: No specific data. Expected to be low at 100掳C.
Vapour Pressure: Less than 0.0132 kPa at 20掳C
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: Believed to be about 1.08 at 20掳C
Water Solubility: Emulsifiable.
pH: No data.
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Autoignition temp: No data.
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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. Keep containers and
surrounding areas well ventilated. Keep away from sources of sparks or ignition. Protect this product from light.
Incompatibilities: strong oxidising agents.
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. Minor
quantities of hydrogen chloride gas, other compounds of chlorine and hydrogen fluoride gas and other compounds of
fluorine. 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: Oxyfluorfen is practically nontoxic by ingestion, with reported oral LD50 values of 5000
mg/kg in both rats and dogs, and 2700 to 5000 mg/kg in mice. The dermal LD50 is greater than 5000 mg/kg in both
rats and rabbits, also indicating slight toxicity by this route. It causes no skin irritation in rabbits, no skin sensitization
in guinea pigs, and moderate eye irritation in rabbits. However, some formulated products may show severe skin and
eye irritant properties, and may be skin sensitizers. The 4-hour inhalation LC50 for the technical product is not
available, but that for a formulated product is greater than 22.64 mg/L, indicating practically no toxicity via this route.
Chronic toxicity: Effects on the liver have been observed in long-term feeding studies with rats, mice, and dogs.
Reproductive effects: In a developmental study with rats given doses of 10, 100, or 1000 mg/kg/day by gavage,
decreased implantation, increased resorption, and lower foetal survival was seen at the 1000 mg/kg level. Toxic
effects on the mothers were also seen at this dose. At 5 mg/kg/day, there was decreased survival of foetuses and
decreased maternal and foetal weights. It does not appear likely that Oxyfluorfen will cause reproductive effects in
humans at likely levels of exposure.
Teratogenic effects: In a developmental study with rabbits, 30 mg/kg/day, the highest dose tested, produced an
increase in fused sternal bones in the foetuses as well as toxic effects on the mothers. These data suggest
Oxyfluorfen may have teratogenic effects, but only at very high doses.
Mutagenic effects: Mutagenicity tests on rats, mice and on bacterial cell cultures have produced mixed results.
However, unscheduled DNA synthesis assays have been negative. Due to the conflicting results, it is not possible to
determine the mutagenic potential of Oxyfluorfen.
Carcinogenic effects: In a 20-month study with mice fed 0.3, 3, or 30 mg/kg/day, doses at and above 3 mg/kg/day
produced non-significant increases in both benign and malignant liver tumors in male mice. No increased tumor
formation was seen in female mice at any dose. No carcinogenic effects were observed in a 23-year study with rats
fed doses 2 mg/kg/day, nor in dogs at doses of 3 mg/kg/day. These data suggest that Oxyfluorfen is not carcinogenic.
Organ toxicity: The liver appears to be the main target organ, based on long-term feeding studies.
Fate in humans and animals: Because Oxyfluorfen is highly hydrophobic, it may have the potential to
bioconcentrate in animal fatty tissues.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Effects on birds: Oxyfluorfen is practically nontoxic to birds; the reported oral LD50 values are greater than 2200
mg/kg in bobwhite quail, and greater than 4000 mg/kg in mallard duck. The dietary 8-day dietary LC50 values are
greater than 5000 ppm in bobwhite quail, and 4000 ppm in mallard ducks. Dietary concentrations as high as 100 ppm
had no effect on reproduction in mallards or bobwhite quail.
Effects on aquatic organisms: Oxyfluorfen is highly toxic to aquatic invertebrates, freshwater clams, oysters,
aquatic plants, and fish. The reported 96-hour LC50 values are 200 碌g/L in bluegill sunfish, 410 碌g/L in rainbow trout,
400 碌g/L in channel catfish, 150 碌g/L in fathead minnow, and 32 碌g/L in grass shrimp and oysters. Its 96-hour LC50 in
freshwater clams is 10 碌g/L. The 96-hour LC50 for the product Goal 2E in Daphnia magna, a small freshwater
crustacean, is 1500 碌g/L. Oxyfluorfen accumulated up to 13 mg/kg (13,000 碌g/kg) in bluegill sunfish exposed to 10
碌g/L for 40 days. This represents a bioconcentration factor (BCF) of 1300. The BCF in channel catfish was 700 to
5000 in one 30-day study. These results indicate a low to moderate potential for bioaccumulation in aquatic species.
Effects on other organisms: Oxyfluorfen is nontoxic to honeybees, with a reported oral LC50 of greater than 10,000
ppm.
Environmental Fate:
Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Oxyfluorfen is moderately persistent in most soil environments, with a
representative field half-life of about 30 to 40 days. Oxyfluorfen is not subject to microbial degradation or hydrolysis.
The main mechanism of degradation in soils may be photodegradation and evaporation/codistillation in moist soils. In
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laboratory studies, its soil half-life was 6 months, indicating very low rates of microbial degradation. Oxyfluorfen is
very well-sorbed to most soils. Soil binding is highest in soils with high organic matter and clay content. Once
Oxyfluorfen is adsorbed to soil particles, it is not readily removed. It is practically insoluble in water, and therefore is
unlikely to be appreciably mobile in most instances, unless the sorptive capacity of the soil is exceeded. Oxyfluorfen
did not leach below 10cm in any soil except sand.
Breakdown in water: In water, Oxyfluorfen is rapidly decomposed by light. Because Oxyfluorfen is nearly insoluble in
water and has a tendency to adsorb to soil, it will be sorbed to suspended particles or sediments.
Breakdown in vegetation: There is very little movement of Oxyfluorfen within treated plants. It is not readily
metabolized by plants, but since it is not readily taken up by roots, residues in plants are generally very low. Residues
of Oxyfluorfen accumulated in carrots and oats grown on previously treated fields, but not in cotton or lettuce.
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
Not subject to the ADG Code when transported by Road or Rail. (ADG 7, Special Provision AU01).
ADG Code: 3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazchem Code: 3Z
Special Provisions: 179, 274, AU01
Limited quantities: ADG 7 specifies a Limited Quantity value of 5 L for this class of product.
Dangerous Goods Class: Class 9, Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.
Packaging Group: III
Packaging Method: P001, IBC03, LP01
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight
container with Classes 1 (Explosives), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire
Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances).
They may however be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Classes 2.1
(Flammable Gases), 2.2 (Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases), 2.3 (Toxic Gases), 3 (Flammable liquids), 4.1
(Flammable Solids), 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible Substances), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), 5.1
(Oxidising Agents except where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic
Peroxides except where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances), 6 (Toxic Substances), 7
(Radioactive Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances), Foodstuffs and foodstuff empties.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are to be found in the public AICS Database.
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
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
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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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