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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: Mepiquat is a quaternary ammonium compound.
Trade Name: Farmoz Reward Cotton Growth Regulant
Product Use: Plant growth regulator for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: July, 2002
Revision Date: June, 2008
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of ASCC Australia.
Not a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code.
Risk Phrases: Not Hazardous - No criteria found.
Safety Phrases: Not Hazardous - No criteria found.
SUSDP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good.
UN Number: None allocated
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Pink-violet liquid.
Odour: Characteristic odour.
Major Health Hazards: There are no major health hazards associated with Mepiquat chloride.
Potential Health Effects
See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. This product is also unlikely to
cause any discomfort or irritation.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in
normal use. In addition, this product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient
discomfort.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. In addition, this product may be
irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
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.
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
Mepiquat chloride 24307-26-4 3.8 not set not set
Water 7732-18-5 to 100 not set not set
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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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 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: 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.
Ingestion: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Section 5 鈥? 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.
Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products at temperatures normally achieved in
a fire.
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:
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 鈥? 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. 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. Avoid using sawdust or other combustible material. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product
into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. 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 鈥? 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 class of poison. Store packages of this product in a cool place. 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.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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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 Mepiquat chloride is set at 0.15mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 15mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, January
2001.
Ventilation: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that dusts are minimised.
Eye Protection: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when 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 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: Pink-violet liquid.
Odour: Characteristic odour.
Boiling Point: Approximately 100掳C at 100kPa.
Freezing/Melting Point: Approximately 0掳C.
Volatiles: Water component.
Vapour Pressure: 2.37 kPa at 20掳C (water vapour pressure).
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: No data.
Water Solubility: Completely 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 鈥? 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: None known.
Incompatibilities: No particular incompatibilities.
Fire Decomposition: Only minor quantities of decomposition products are expected at temperatures normally
achieved in a fire. 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. 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 鈥? Toxicological Information
Toxicity: There are no major health hazards associated with Mepiquat chloride.
Mepiquat chloride was fed to pure bred beagle dogs (4/sex/dose level), 10 months of age, for 90 days in the diet at 0,
100, 300, 1000, and 3000 ppm (0, 2.5, 7.5, 25, and 75 mg/kg/day). No effects were observed at the 100, 300, and
1000 ppm dose levels.
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At 3000 ppm (75 mg/kg/day), HDT, effects included the following: sedation and tonoclonic spasms; decreased food
intake and body weights; decreased hemoglobin and RBC; and increased haematocrit and reticulocytes.
Mepiquat Chloride: LD50 Oral, Rat 454mg/kg LD50 Dermal, Rat = >2000mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation, Rat = >3.2mg/L/7hr
Section 12 鈥? Ecological Information
This product is biodegradable. It will not accumulate in the soil or water or cause long term problems.
The following applies to Mepiquat Chloride preparations.
ENVIRONMENTAL SUMMARY: Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present. Do not
contaminate water when disposing of rinsate or equipment wash water. Do not contaminate water by cleaning of
equipment
FISH TOXICITY: (Technical) 96 hour LC, Rainbow trout - 4,300 碌g/L 96 hour LC50, Bluegill 鈥? unknown
AVIAN TOXICITY: (Technical) Oral LD50, Bobwhite quail - >2000mg/kg Oral LD50, Mallard duck - >2000mg/kg
BEE TOXICITY: Non toxic.
WORMS: LC50 (14d) for Eisena foetida 440mg/kg soil
ALGAE: EC50 (cell volume) (72hr) for Pseudokirchneriella subcapitatata >1000mg/L
Section 13 鈥? 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 鈥? 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 鈥? Regulatory Information
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are to be found in the public AICS Database.
Section 16 鈥? 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, 7th Edition
AICS Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
ASCC Office of the Australian Safety and Compensation Council
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 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.
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