Product Name: Farmoz Pentagon Herbicide
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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: Tralkoxydim is a cyclohexanedione oxime derivative.
Farmoz Pentagon Herbicide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: June, 2006
Revision Date: June, 2006
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: T. N. Hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: R22, R51/53. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects to the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: S2, S13, S20, S35, S57, S61, S20/21, S24/25. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from
food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. When using, do not eat or drink. This material and its container must be
disposed of in a safe way. Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination. Avoid release to the
environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Avoid contact
with skin and eyes.
SUSDP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good under the ADG Code.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Off-white liquid.
Odour: Faint acetic acid odour.
Major Health Hazards: harmful if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. In addition product is unlikely to
cause any discomfort or irritation.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
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 believed to be mildly irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild
transient discomfort.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: This product may be mildly irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than
mild discomfort which should disappear once product is removed.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product
is harmful, but symptoms are not available. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long
term.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
Carcinogen Status:
ASCC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by ASCC.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
Product Name: Farmoz Pentagon Herbicide
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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/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Ingredients CAS No Conc,%
Tralkoxydim 87820-88-0 600g/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 may be equalled (but should not be exceeded) for no longer
than 15 minutes and should not be repeated 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: Wash gently and thoroughly with water (use non-abrasive soap if necessary) for 10 minutes or until
chemical is removed. If irritation persists, repeat flushing and 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. Take special care if exposed person is wearing contact lenses.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and contact a Poisons Information
Centre, or call 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.
Fire decomposition products from this product are likely to be harmful if inhaled. Take suitable protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Preferred extinguishing media are carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
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: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear full
protective clothing including eye/face protection. All skin areas should be covered. 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 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).
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. 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.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
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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. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct
sunlight. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Incompatibilities" 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
Exposure limits have not been established by ASCC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for Tralkoxydim is set at 0.005mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 0.5mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Dec
2005.
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: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of a
fan is suggested.
Eye Protection: Eye protection is not normally necessary when this product is being used. However, if in doubt,
wear suitable protective glasses or goggles.
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: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult
the Australian Standard mentioned above.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Off-white liquid.
Odour: Faint acetic acid 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: 1.08-1.11 at 20掳C
Water Solubility: Miscible.
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: Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
Incompatibilities: acids, bases, oxidising agents.
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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 in reducing
atmospheres. 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
Local Effects:
Target Organs: none known
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient Risk Phrases
Tralkoxydim: LD50 Oral, Rat >2000mg/kg LC50 Inhalation, Rat = >5.1mg/L/4hr
Not mutagenic or teratogenic. No reports of adverse reproductive effects. Non sensitiser to guinea pig skin.
NOAEL (rat) 23-30mg/kg/day (2 years) NOEL (dog) 0.5mg/kg/day (1 year)
Carcinogenicity: EPA - likely to be carcinogenic to humans; EU - not classified.
For the formulated product:
acute oral LD50 rat - female >2000mg/kg
acute dermal LD50 rat - male, female >2000mg/kg
acute inhalation LC50 rat > 5.10 mg/L
skin irritation rabbit Slightly irritating
eye irritation rabbit Minimally irritating
skin sensitisation guinea pig Not a sensitizer
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. This product is
biodegradable. It will not accumulate in the soil or water or cause long term problems.
The following data is for Tralkoxydim
Birds: LD50 mallard: >3020mg/kg
Fish: LC50 rainbow trout: >7.2mg/L LC50 bluegill sunfish: >6.1mg/L
LC50 mirror carp: >8.2mg/L
Algae: EC50 7.6mg/L
Bees: LD50 >100碌g/bee (contact), >54碌g/bee (oral)
Daphnia: EC50 >75mg/L
Soils: Moderately persistent in soils; degradation is by microorganisms, photolysis and hydrolysis.
DT50 (aerobic) 3-5 days; (flooded soil) 21 days
Water: DT50 (Hydrolysis) 6 days at pH 5 and 25掳C; 113 days at pH 7 and 25掳C; 1594 days at pH 9 and 21掳C
DT50 (photolysis) 19.3 days
Low bioaccumulation potential; log Kow = 2.1
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: 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: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with NICNAS regulations.
The following ingredient: Tralkoxydim, is mentioned in the SUSDP.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
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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
ASCC Office of the Australian Safety and Compensation Council
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
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 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 ASCC document 鈥淣ational Code of Practice for the Preparation
of Material Safety Data Sheets鈥? 2nd Edition [NOHSC:2011(2003)]
Copyright 漏 Kilford & Kilford Pty Ltd, June, 2006.
http://www.kilford.com.au/ Phone (02)9251 4532
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