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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: Permethrin is a pyrethroid insecticide ingredient.
Farmoz Permex 100 Residual Insecticide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural insecticide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: March, 2008
Revision Date: June, 2008
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Combustible Liquid and for storage meets the definition of Dangerous Goods.
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Xn, Harmful. Xi, Irritating. N, Dangerous to the environment. Hazardous according to
the criteria of ASCC.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. However, this is a C1 Risk
Phrases: R22, R36, R43, R65, R66, R50/53. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitisation by skin
contact. Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed. Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: S20, S28, S46, S60, S61, S24/25. When using, do not eat or drink. After contact with skin, wash
immediately with plenty of soap and water. If swallowed, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately
and show this MSDS or label. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release
to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. 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: Clear, straw coloured liquid.
Odour: Hydrocarbon solvent odour.
Major Health Hazards: Permethrin is harmful to non-harmful via the oral route, with a reported LD50 for technical
Permethrin in rats of 430 to 4000 mg/kg. Via the dermal route, it is not harmful, with a reported dermal LD50 in rats of
over 4000 mg/kg, and in rabbits of greater 2000 mg/kg. This product is considered harmful if swallowed, eye irritant,
possible skin sensitiser, if aspirated, may cause lung damage, repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or
cracking.
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: Classified as a potential sensitiser by skin contact. Exposure to a skin sensitiser, once
sensitisation has occurred, may manifest itself as skin rash or inflammation, and in some individuals this reaction can
be severe. In addition product is believed to be mildly 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.
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Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Because of the low viscosity of this
product, it may directly enter the lungs if swallowed, or if subsequently vomited. Once in the lungs, it is very difficult to
remove and can cause severe injury or death. However, this product is believed to be mildly irritating to mucous
membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild 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: Permethrin is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity 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,%
permethrin 52645-53-1 100g/L not set not set
Liquid hydrocarbon secret 60-90 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 ASCC 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: 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: 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: 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 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: This product is classified as a C1 combustible product. 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. 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: Suitable 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: >63掳C
Upper Flammability Limit: No data.
Lower Flammability Limit: No data.
Autoignition temperature: No data.
Flammability Class: C1
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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). 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. 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: Note that this product is combustible and therefore, for Storage, meets the definition of Dangerous Goods
in some states. If you store large quantities (tonnes) of such products, we suggest that you consult your state's
Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations regarding their storage.
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. 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)
ASCC Exposure limits
Exposure limits have not been established by ASCC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for permethrin is set at 0.05mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 5mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Dec
2006.
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: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that vapours and mists are minimised.
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: If you believe you may have a sensitisation to this product or any of its declared ingredients, you
should 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: rubber,
PVC.
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 should be provided near to where this product is being used.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Clear, straw coloured liquid.
Odour: Hydrocarbon solvent odour.
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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: 0.92
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.
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: strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidising agents.
Fire Decomposition: Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. 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: Acute toxicity: Permethrin is harmful to non-harmful via the oral route, with a reported LD50 for technical
Permethrin in rats of 430 to 4000 mg/kg. Via the dermal route, it is not harmful, with a reported dermal LD50 in rats of
over 4000 mg/kg, and in rabbits of greater 2000 mg/kg. Permethrin caused mild irritation of both the intact and
abraded skin of rabbits. It also caused conjunctivitis when it was applied to the eyes. The 4-hour inhalation LC50 for
rats was greater than 23.5 mg/L, indicating practically no inhalation toxicity. The toxicity of Permethrin is dependent
on the ratio of the isomers present; the cis-isomer being more toxic.
Chronic toxicity: No adverse effects were observed in dogs fed Permethrin at doses of 5 mg/kg/day for 90 days.
Rats fed 150 mg/kg/day for 6 months showed a slight increase in liver weights. Very low levels of Permethrin in the
diet of chickens (0.1 ppm for 3 to 6 weeks after hatching) have been reported to suppress immune system activity.
Reproductive effects: The fertility of female rats was affected when they received very high oral doses of 250
mg/kg/day of Permethrin during the 6th to 15th day of pregnancy. It is not likely that reproductive effects will be seen
in humans under normal circumstances.
Teratogenic effects: Permethrin is reported to show no teratogenic activity.
Mutagenic effects: Permethrin is reported to show no mutagenic activity.
Carcinogenic effects: The evidence regarding the carcinogenicity of Permethrin is inconclusive.
Organ toxicity: Permethrin is suspected of causing liver enlargement of the liver and nerve damage. Effects on the
immune system have been noted in animal studies.
Fate in humans and animals: Permethrin is efficiently metabolized by mammalian livers. Breakdown products, or
"metabolites," of Permethrin are quickly excreted and do not persist significantly in body tissues. When Permethrin is
administered orally to rats, it is rapidly metabolized and almost completely eliminated from the body in a few days.
Only 3 to 6% of the original dose was excreted unchanged in the faeces of experimental animals. Permethrin may
persist in fatty tissues, with half-lives of 4 to 5 days in brain and body fat. Permethrin does not block, or inhibit,
cholinesterase enzymes.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Very 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.
Effects on birds: Permethrin is practically non-toxic to birds. The oral LD50 for a Permethrin formulation is greater
than 9900 mg/kg in mallard ducks, greater than 13,500 mg/kg in pheasants, and greater than 15,500 mg/kg in
Japanese quail.
Effects on aquatic organisms: Aquatic ecosystems are particularly vulnerable to the impact of Permethrin. A fragile
balance exists between the quality and quantity of insects and other invertebrates that serve as fish food. The 48-hour
LC50 for rainbow trout is 0.0125 mg/L for 24 hours, and 0.0054 mg/L for 48 hours. The 48-hour LC50 in bluegill sunfish
and salmon is 0.0018 mg/L. As a group, synthetic pyrethroids were toxic to all estuarine species tested. They had a
96-hour LC50 of less than or equal to 0.0078 mg/L for these species. The bioconcentration factor for Permethrin in
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bluefish is 715 times the concentrations in water and is 703 in catfish. This indicates that the compound has a low to
moderate potential to accumulate in these organisms.
Effects on other organisms: Permethrin is extremely toxic to bees. Severe losses may be expected if bees are
present at treatment time, or within a day thereafter. Permethrin is also toxic to wildlife. It should not be applied, or
allowed to drift, to crops or weeds in which active foraging takes place.
Environmental Fate:
Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Permethrin is of low to moderate persistence in the soil environment, with
reported half-lives of 30 to 38 days. Permethrin is readily broken down, or degraded, in most soils except organic
types. Soil microorganisms play a large role in the degradation of Permethrin in the soil. The addition of nutrients to
soil may increase the degradation of Permethrin. It has been observed that the availability of sodium and
phosphorous decreases when Permethrin is added to the soil. Permethrin is tightly bound by soils, especially by
organic matter. Very little leaching of Permethrin has been reported. It is not very mobile in a wide range of soil types.
Because Permethrin binds very strongly to soil particles and is nearly insoluble in water, it is not expected to leach or
to contaminate groundwater.
Breakdown in water: The results of one study near estuarine areas showed that Permethrin had a half-life of less
than 2.5 days. When exposed to sunlight, the half-life was 4.6 days. Permethrin degrades rapidly in water, although it
can persist in sediments. There was a gradual loss of toxicity after Permethrin aged for 48 hours in sunlight at 0.05
mg/L in water.
Breakdown in vegetation: Permethrin is not phytotoxic, or poisonous, to most plants when it is used as directed.
Some injury has occurred on certain ornamental plants. No incompatibility has been observed with Permethrin on
cultivated plants. Treated apples, grapes, and cereal grains contain less than one mg/kg of Permethrin at harvest
time.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: 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. 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 ingredients, Liquid hydrocarbon, permethrin are mentioned in the SUSDP.
Section 16 - Other Information
This MSDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (7th edition)
ADG Code
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:
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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:2001(2003)]
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