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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: Active ingredients are bipyridylium derivatives.
Farmoz Spray & Sow Herbicide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: December, 2005
Revision Date: December, 2005
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: R41, R43, R23/24/25, R37/38, R50/53. Risk of serious damage to eyes. May cause sensitisation by
skin contact. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed. Irritating to respiratory system and skin. Very
toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: S20, S23, S28, S38, S45, S60, S61, S1/2, S24/25, S36/37/39. When using, do not eat or drink. Do
not breathe vapour or spray mist. After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor
or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show the label where possible). This material and its container must be
disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets.
Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
SUSDP Classification: S7
ADG Classification: Class 6.1 (BIPYRIDILIUM PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC)
UN Number: 3016
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Dark blue liquid.
Odour: Characteristic obnoxious pyridine odour.
Major Health Hazards: toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed, may cause serious damage to
eyes, irritating to respiratory system and skin, possible skin sensitiser.
Mild poisoning occurs at < 20 mg Paraquat ion/kg body weight and the effects are vomiting and diarrhoea.
Moderate to severe poisoning occurs at 20 - 30 mg Paraquat ion/kg body weight and the effects are vomiting,
abdominal discomfort, soreness and inflammation of the mouth, throat and oesophagus, difficulty in swallowing and,
later, diarrhoea. Ulceration of lips, mouth, throat and intestine may follow within 24 - 48 hours. Kidney and liver
damage may appear 1 - 3 days after exposure. Can cause death by a delayed proliferating fibrosis of the lung within 1
- 3 weeks.
Lethal poisoning occurs at > 30 mg Paraquat ion/kg body weight and the effects are nausea and vomiting, and can
cause death by multi-organ failure and circulatory collapse within 48 hours. The lethal dose of Diquat dibromide for
man is approximately 4 - 6 g of Diquat (equivalent to approx. 60 mg/kg body weight).
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is toxic, but symptoms are not available. In addition
product is an inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased
secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but they should disappear
after exposure has ceased.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact:
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Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is toxic, but further symptoms are not available. In
addition product is a skin irritant. Can cause inflammation and in severe cases blistering of the skin. Contamination of
the nails may cause white spots or in severe cases cracking and loss of the nail.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Eye irritation may be delayed. May lead to severe, painful irritation and ulceration of corneal
and conjunctival epithelium which may give rise to secondary infection. Loss of corneal and conjunctival epithelium
and iritis can occur with the risk of secondary infection and consequent residual corneal scarring. Corneal oedema
may persist for up to 3-4 weeks. There may be blurring of vision and permanent damage to eyes is a possibility.
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 toxic, but further symptoms are not available. However, this product is an oral irritant. Symptoms may include
burning sensation and reddening of skin in mouth and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all
should disappear once exposure has ceased.
Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
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.
Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Ingredients CAS No Conc,%
Paraquat dichloride 1910-42-5 135g/L not set not set
Diquat dibromide 85-00-7 115g/L 0.5 not set
Other non hazardous ingredients 5-10 not set not set
Water 7732-18-5 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: 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: Flush contaminated area with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 20-30 minutes, by the clock.
DO NOT INTERRUPT FLUSHING. If necessary, keep emergency vehicle waiting (show paramedics this MSDS and
take their advice). Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (eg watchbands and
belts). If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration or, if the heart has stopped,
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately.
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; rinse mouth thoroughly with water and contact a Poisons
Information Centre, or call a doctor at once. Give activated charcoal if instructed.
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.
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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. 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: When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, no special equipment is believed to
be necessary.
Flash point: Does not burn.
Upper Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Lower Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
Autoignition temperature: Not applicable - 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. Evacuate
the spill area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel. 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 include a full face shield. 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. Because of the toxicity of this product, special personal care should be taken in any cleanup operation.
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. Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Check containers periodically for leaks. Containers
should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with
substances listed under "Incompatibilities" in Section 10. If you keep more than 10000kg or L of Dangerous Goods of
Packaging Group III, you may be required to license the premises or notify your Dangerous Goods authority. If you
have any doubts, we suggest you contact your Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations. 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
Diquat dibromide 0.5 not set
The ADI for Paraquat dichloride is set at 0.004mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 0.45mg/kg/day.
The ADI for Diquat dibromide is set at 0.002mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 0.25mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Sept
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.
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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: Protective glasses or goggles must be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect
your eyes may lead to severe harm to them or to general health. Emergency eye wash facilities must also be
available in an area close to where this product is being used.
Skin Protection: It is essential that all skin areas are adequately covered by impermeable gloves, overalls, hair
covering, apron and face shield. See below for suitable material types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,
PVC.
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.
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: Dark blue liquid.
Odour: Characteristic obnoxious pyridine 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: 1.152
Water Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
pH: In the region 5.0-7.0 (1% solution in water)
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Autoignition temp: Not applicable - 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: 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: 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. 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: Paraquat Dichloride: LD50 Oral, Rat 157mg/kg LD50 Oral, Mouse = 104mg/kg
LD50 Oral, Guinea Pig = 22-42mg/kg LD50 Oral, Dog = 25-50mg/kg
LD50 Dermal, Rat = 236-500mg/kg
Studies in animals have shown that repeated doses of Paraquat do not produce carcinogenic nor teratogenic effects
or adverse reproductive effects. The dietary no effect level in the rat was 25 ppm of Paraquat over 2 years.
Ingestion studies in animals have shown that repeated doses of Diquat produce cataracts in test animals (dog, rat).
These effects have not been seen in occupationally exposed humans.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Paraquat Dichloride:
Birds: LD50 hen: 262-380mg/kg LD50 bobwhite quail: 981mg/kg
LD50 Japanese quail: 970mg/kg LD50 mallard duck: 4048mg/kg
Fish: LC50 rainbow trout: 32mg/L LC50 brown trout: 2.15-13mg/L
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Environmental fate:
Animals: In rats, following oral administration, 76-90% of the dose was excreted in the faeces, and 11-20% in urine.
Plants: On plant surfaces, photochemical degradation occurs. Degradation products which have been isolated include
1-methyl-4-carboxypyridinium chloride and methylamine hydrochloride.
Soil/environment: Clays and organic materials rapidly and strongly absorb paraquat, resulting in complete
deactivation. Typical strong absorption capacities vary from 20-3000mg/kg soil depending on clay or organic material
content. Desorption requires digestion with 12N sulfuric acid for several hours.
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: 3016, BIPYRIDILIUM 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: Paraquat dichloride, Diquat dibromide, 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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