Product Name: Farmoz Prometrex 500 SC 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: Prometryn is a 1,3,5-triazine derived herbicide.
Farmoz Prometrex 500 SC Herbicide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: April, 2006
Revision Date: April, 2006
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: R50/53. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic
environment.
Safety Phrases: S2, S13, S60, S61, S20/21, S24/25, S36/37. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from food,
drink and animal feeding stuffs. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. 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. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
SUSDP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good under the ADG Code.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Whitish coloured liquid.
Odour: Faint odour.
Major Health Hazards: Symptoms of high acute exposure to Prometryn may include sedation, muscle
incoordination, breathing difficulty, bulging eyes, constricted pupils, diarrhoea, excessive urination, and convulsions.
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. 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 may be mildly irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild discomfort
which should disappear once contact ceases.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: This product is believed to be mildly irritating, to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more
than mild transient discomfort.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. 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:
NOHSC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NOHSC.
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/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Ingredients CAS No Conc,%
Prometryn 7287-19-6 44-49 not set not set
Ethylene glycol 107-21-1 6-7 60 120
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: Irritation is unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5
minutes or until chemical is removed.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until
the product is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Obtain medical advice immediately if irritation occurs. Take
special care if exposed person is wearing contact lenses.
Ingestion: If product is swallowed or gets in mouth, do NOT induce vomiting; 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: There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is
involved in a fire.
This product is likely to decompose only after heating to dryness, followed by further strong heating.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Not Combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
Flash point: Will not burn until water component is driven off.
Upper Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Lower Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Autoignition temperature: Does not burn.
Flammability Class: Does not burn.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: 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, butyl
rubber. 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. It
should be fitted with a type G cartridge, suitable for agricultural chemicals.
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.
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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
Ethylene glycol 60 120
The ADI for Prometryn is set at 0.03mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 3mg/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 where there is ventilation that is adequate to keep exposure below
the TWA levels. If necessary, use a fan.
Eye Protection: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product is being
used.
Skin Protection: The information at hand indicates that this product is not harmful and that normally no special skin
protection is necessary. However, we suggest that you routinely avoid contact with all chemical products and that you
wear suitable gloves (preferably elbow-length) when skin contact is likely.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,
PVC, butyl rubber.
Respirator: Where there is a risk of exposure to this product, we recommend that you use a respirator. It should be
fitted with a type G cartridge, suitable for agricultural chemicals.
Safety deluge showers should, if practical, be provided near to where this product is being used.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Whitish coloured liquid.
Odour: Faint odour.
Boiling Point: Approximately 100掳C at 100kPa.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures.
Volatiles: Water component.
Vapour Pressure: 2.37 kPa at 20掳C (water vapour pressure).
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: 1.05-1.09 at 20掳C
Water Solubility: Product is a suspension concentrate: prometryn is sparingly soluble in water.
pH: No data.
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Autoignition temp: Does not burn.
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.
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Incompatibilities: acids, bases, oxidising agents.
Fire Decomposition: This product is likely to decompose only after heating to dryness, followed by further strong
heating. 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 will not undergo polymerisation reactions.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity: An information profile for Prometryn is available at http://extoxnet.orst.edu/pips/ghindex.html
Acute toxicity: Prometryn is slightly to practically non-toxic by ingestion, with reported oral LD50 values of 3750 to
5235 mg/kg in rats, 3750 mg/kg in mice, and greater than 2020 mg/kg in rabbits. Via the dermal route, it is not harmful
with reported dermal LD50 values of greater than 2000 mg/kg to greater than 3100 mg/kg in rabbits. Technical
prometryn does not cause skin irritation in rabbits or skin sensitization in guinea pigs, and may cause slight eye
irritation in rabbits. Some formulations may be mild eye irritants and/or slight skin irritants in rabbits. The 4-hour LC50
for prometryn in rats is 5.2 mg/L.
Chronic toxicity: The results of long-term feeding studies do not indicate obvious, nor severe, toxicity from
prometryn exposure. Rats fed dietary doses of 37.5 mg/kg/day and dogs given 4 mg/kg/day over a 2-year period
didn't show observable gross or microscopic signs of systemic toxicity. Effects which occurred at higher dose rates in
these animals included changes in relative weights of the kidney and liver.
Reproductive effects: In a three-generation study, no reproductive effects were seen in rats fed up to 5 mg/kg/day.
From the data, it appears that prometryn is unlikely to cause reproductive effects.
Teratogenic effects: No teratogenic effects were seen in studies of rats fed 250 mg/kg/day, the highest dose tested.
Prometryn does not appear to cause birth defects.
Mutagenic effects: Eleven different tests for mutagenicity involving hamsters, bacteria, or mammalian cell cultures
have all produced negative results, indicating that prometryn is not a mutagen.
Carcinogenic effects: Prometryn was not carcinogenic in a 2-year rat feeding study at doses of up to 62.5
mg/kg/day. The available data suggest that prometryn is not carcinogenic.
Organ toxicity: Target organs identified through animal studies include the liver, kidneys, and bone marrow.
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: Prometryn is practically nontoxic to birds; the acute oral LD50 values in bobwhite quail and mallard
ducks are greater than 2150 mg/kg and greater than 4640 mg/kg, respectively.
Effects on aquatic organisms: Prometryn ranges from moderately toxic to highly toxic for fish. It is harmful to
freshwater invertebrates. The observed concentration of prometryn in bluegill and in rainbow trout is 9 to 10 times the
ambient water concentration, indicating a low potential for bioaccumulation.
Effects on other organisms: Prometryn is nontoxic to bees and earthworms, with a reported contact LD50 of greater
than 99 碌g/bee, and a 48-hour LC50 of 153 mg/kg in earthworms.
Environmental Fate:
Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Prometryn is moderately persistent in the soil, with a field half-life of 1 to 3
months. It will persist longer under dry or cold conditions, which are not conducive to chemical or biological activity.
Breakdown in water: No significant hydrolysis, or breakdown in water, was found when prometryn was tested over a
period of 28 days in water ranging from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline and over a variety of test temperatures.
These data indicate that prometryn is potentially persistent in the water environment.
Breakdown in vegetation: Prometryn is rapidly absorbed through both the foliage and roots of plants, and is
translocated to the growing shoots. Removal or degradation by the plant is rapid in non-susceptible plants, but very
slow in susceptible species.
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
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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.
However this is not a necessary requirement for registered Ag/Vet products. If you have any reason to be concerned
about this, we suggest you call us on the number below.
The following ingredients: Prometryn, Ethylene glycol, 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:
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)]
Copyright 漏 Kilford & Kilford Pty Ltd, April, 2006.
http://www.kilford.com.au/ Phone (02)9251 4532
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