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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: Chlorothalonil is a chlorinated aromatic nitrile derivative.
Cavalry 720 Fungicide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural fungicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: November, 2005
Revision Date: January, 2006
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: R23, R36, R40, R50/53. Toxic by inhalation. Irritating to eyes. Possible risk of irreversible effects.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: S25, S38, S57, S59, S60, S61, S36/37. Avoid contact with eyes. In case of insufficient ventilation,
wear suitable respiratory equipment. Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. Refer to
manufacturer/supplier for information on recovery/recycling. This material and its container must be disposed of as
hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. Wear suitable
protective clothing and gloves.
SUSDP Classification: S6
ADG Classification: Class 6.1 (ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC)
UN Number: 2996
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Pale yellow liquid.
Odour: Mild, characteristic odour.
Major Health Hazards: Chlorothalonil is not harmful to mammals by oral or dermal exposure, but it can cause
severe eye and skin irritation in certain formulations. Very high doses may cause a loss of muscle coordination, rapid
breathing, nose bleeding, vomiting, hyperactivity, and death. Dermatitis, vaginal bleeding, bright yellow and/or bloody
urine, and kidney tumours may also occur. Toxic if inhaled, may cause irreversible effects, eye irritant.
Potential Health Effects
See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is toxic, but symptoms are not available. In addition
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 may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: This 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: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. However, this product may be
irritating to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than transient discomfort.
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Carcinogen Status:
NOHSC: Chlorothalonil is classified by NOHSC as a Class 3 Carcinogen, possibly carcinogenic to humans.
See the NOHSC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: Chlorothalonil is classed 2b IARC - possibly carcinogenic to humans.
See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.
Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Ingredients CAS No Conc,%
chlorothalonil 1897-45-6 720g/L 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: If inhalation occurs, contact a Poisons Information Centre. Urgent hospital treatment is likely to be
needed. Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be beneficial
if administered by trained personnel, preferably on a doctor's advice. DO NOT allow victim to move about
unnecessarily. Symptoms of pulmonary oedema can be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure.
Skin Contact: Wash gently and thoroughly with water (use non-abrasive soap if necessary) for 5 minutes or until
chemical is removed.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 20 minutes or until
the product is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the
unaffected eye or onto the face. Obtain medical attention immediately. Take special care if exposed person is wearing
contact lenses.
Ingestion: If product is swallowed or gets in mouth, wash mouth with water and give some water to drink. If
symptoms develop, or 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: Preferred extinguishing media are carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog. Water fog
or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires. Ensure that no spillage enters drains or water courses.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
Flash point: No data
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. Wear full
protective chemically resistant clothing including eye/face protection, gauntlets and self contained breathing
apparatus. See below under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective
equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC. Eye/face protective equipment should
comprise as a minimum, protective goggles. If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up
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in the cleanup area, we recommend that you use a respirator. Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this
product. However, if you have any doubts consult the Australian Standard mentioned below (section 8). Otherwise,
not normally necessary.
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. Because of the environmentally hazardous nature of this product, special care should be taken to
restrict release to waterways or drains. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers
for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. Recycle containers wherever possible after careful cleaning. Refer
to product label for specific instructions. 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: This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage
of this schedule of poison. 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
Exposure limits have not been established by NOHSC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for chlorothalonil is set at 0.01mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 1.5mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Dec
2004.
No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are
for bulk handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems.
Ventilation: Use this product only in areas where there is good ventilation. If necessary, use a fan.
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: 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: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,
PVC.
Respirator: Use of a respirator is recommended when using this product. If you have any doubts consult the
Australian Standard mentioned above.
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: Pale yellow liquid.
Odour: Mild, characteristic odour.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures.
Volatiles: No data.
Vapour Pressure: No data.
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: 1.28-1.32
Water Solubility: Emulsifiable.
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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: Protect this product from light. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-
ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
Incompatibilities: strong acids, strong bases, 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. Hydrogen
chloride gas, other compounds of chlorine. Water. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness,
nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma
and death.
Polymerisation: This product will not undergo polymerisation reactions.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity: An information profile for Chlorothalonil is available at http://extoxnet.orst.edu/pips/ghindex.html
Acute toxicity: Chlorothalonil is not harmful to mammals by oral exposure, but it can cause severe eye and skin
irritation in certain formulations. Very high doses may cause a loss of muscle coordination, rapid breathing, nose
bleeding, vomiting, hyperactivity, and death. Dermatitis, vaginal bleeding, bright yellow and/or bloody urine, and
kidney tumours may also occur. The oral LD50 is greater than 10,000 mg/kg in rats and 6000 mg/kg in mice. The
acute dermal LD50 in both albino rabbits and albino rats is 10,000 mg/kg. An inhalation LC50 (4hr), rat of 0.7mg/L has
been quoted. In albino rabbits, 3 mg of chlorothalonil applied to the eyes caused mild irritation that subsided within 7
days of exposure.
Chronic toxicity: In a number of tests of varying lengths of time, rats fed a range of doses of chlorothalonil generally
showed no effects on physical appearance, behaviour, or survival. Skin contact with chlorothalonil may result in
dermatitis or light sensitivity. Human eye and skin irritation is linked to chlorothalonil exposure; 14 of 20 workers
exposed to 0.5% chlorothalonil in a wood preservative developed dermatitis. All workers showed swelling and
inflammation of the upper eyelids. Allergic skin responses have also been noted in farm workers.
Reproductive effects: Studies suggest that chlorothalonil will not affect human reproduction at expected exposure
levels.
Teratogenic effects: Long-term studies indicate that high doses fed to rats caused reduced weight gains for males
and females in each generation studied. A study of birth defects in rabbits showed no effects. Chlorothalonil is not
expected to produce birth defects in humans.
Mutagenic effects: Mutagenicity studies on various animals, bacteria, and plants indicate that chlorothalonil does not
cause any genetic changes. The compound is not expected to pose mutagenic risks to humans.
Carcinogenic effects: Based on evidence from animal studies, chlorothalonil's carcinogenic potential is unclear.
Male and female rats fed chlorothalonil daily over a lifetime developed carcinogenic and benign kidney tumours at the
higher doses. In another study, where mice were fed high daily doses of chlorothalonil for 2 years, females developed
tumours in the fore-stomach area (attributed to irritation by the compound) and males developed carcinogenic and
benign kidney tumours.
Organ toxicity: Chronic studies of rats and dogs fed high dietary levels show that chlorothalonil is toxic to the kidney.
In addition to less urine output, changes in the kidney included enlargement, greenish-brown colour, and development
of small grains.
Fate in humans and animals: Chlorothalonil is rapidly excreted, primarily unchanged, from the body. It is not stored
in animal tissues. Residues have not been found in the tissues or milk of dairy cows fed chlorothalonil.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. Insufficient data to
be sure of status.
Effects on birds: Chlorothalonil is practically nontoxic to birds. Most avian wildlife are not significantly affected by this
compound.
Effects on aquatic organisms: Chlorothalonil and its metabolites are highly toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, and
marine organisms. Fish, such as rainbow trout, bluegill, and channel catfish are noticeably affected even when
chlorothalonil levels are low (less than 1 mg/L). Its bioaccumulation factor is quite low.
Effects on other organisms: The compound is nontoxic to bees.
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Environmental Fate:
Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Chlorothalonil is moderately persistent. In aerobic soils, the half-life is from 1
to 3 months.
Breakdown in water: In very basic water (pH 9.0), about 65% of the chlorothalonil was degraded into two major
metabolites after 10 weeks.
Breakdown in vegetation: Chlorothalonil's residues may remain on above-ground crops at harvest, but will dissipate
over time. Chlorothalonil is a fairly persistent fungicide on plants, depending on the rate of application.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: There are many pieces of legislation covering waste disposal and they differ in each state and territory, so
each user must refer to laws operating in their area. In some areas, certain wastes must be tracked. The Hierarchy of
Controls seems to be common - the user should investigate: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle and only if all else fails
should disposal be considered. Note that properties of a product may change in use, so that the following suggestions
may not always be appropriate. The following may help you in properly addressing this matter for this product. 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: 2996, ORGANOCHLORINE PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC
Hazchem Code: 2X
Special Provisions: SP61, SP109, SP274
Dangerous Goods Class: Class 6.1, Toxic Substances.
Packaging Group: III
Packaging Method: 3.8.6
Class 6 Toxic Substances shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with
Classes 1 (Explosives), 3 (Flammable Liquids where the Flammable Liquid is nitromethane), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents
where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides where the Toxic Substances are Fire
Risk Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances where the Toxic Substances are cyanides and the Corrosives are acids),
Foodstuffs and foodstuff empties. 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, except where the flammable liquid is nitromethane), 4.1 (Flammable Solids), 4.2 (Spontaneously
Combustible Substances), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents except where the Toxic
Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides except where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk
Substances), 7 (Radioactive Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances except where the Toxic Substances are cyanides
and the Corrosives are acids), 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods)
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with NICNAS regulations.
The following ingredients: chlorothalonil, are mentioned in the SUSDP.
Section 16 - Other Information
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
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Hazchem Code Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to
emergency services especially firefighters
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
NOHSC National Occupational Health and Safety Commission
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:
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Call Farmoz on (02)9431 7800 and ask for the technical manager. Fax: (02)9431 7700
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.
This MSDS is prepared in accord with the NOHSC document 鈥淣ational Code of Practice for the
Preparation of Material Safety Data Sheets鈥? 2nd Edition [NOHSC:2011(2003)]
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