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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: Bifenthrin is a pyrethroid ingredient.
Farmoz Venom 80 SC Insecticide/Miticide
Trade Name:
Product Use: Agricultural insecticide/miticide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: March, 2006
Revision Date: April, 2006
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC Australia.
Not classed as a Dangerous Good for Storage or Road and Rail transport.
Risk Phrases: R22, R51/53. Harmful if swallowed. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects to the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases: S13, S20, S25, S45, S60, S1/2, S36/37. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
When using, do not eat or drink. Avoid contact with eyes. 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. Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
Note: This product range is classed as a MARINE POLLUTANT only and so the Dangerous Goods classification
which follows is for MARINE transport only. Not classed as a Dangerous Good for Storage or Road and Rail
transport.
SUSDP Classification: S6
ADG Classification: Class 9 (ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.)
UN Number: 3082
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: White suspension.
Odour: Mild odour.
Major Health Hazards: Bifenthrin is harmful to mammals when ingested. Large doses may cause incoordination,
tremor, salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritability to sound and touch. LD50, for Bifenthrin is about 54 mg/kg in
female rats and 70 mg/kg in male rats. The LD50 for rabbits whose skin is exposed to Bifenthrin is greater than 2,000
mg/kg. Bifenthrin does not sensitize the skin of guinea pigs. Although it does not cause inflammation or irritation on
human skin, it can cause a tingling sensation which lasts about 12 hours. It is virtually non-irritating to rabbit eyes.
Product is harmful if swallowed.
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: This product causes skin numbness but further symptoms are not available. In addition
product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: This product may be irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild
transient discomfort.
Ingestion:
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Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product
is harmful, see symptoms above. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term.
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,%
Bifenthrin 82657-04-3 80g/L not set not set
Other non hazardous ingredients secret 10 approx not set not set
Water 7732-18-5 80 approx 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: 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 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. 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.
Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products at temperatures normally achieved in
a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness.
Fire decomposition products from this product are likely to be harmful if inhaled. Take suitable 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: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
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 clothing including
eye/face protection. All skin areas should be covered. See below under Personal Protection regarding Australian
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Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC,
Nitrile, neoprene. 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. 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. Because of the environmentally hazardous nature of this product, special care should be taken to
restrict release to waterways or drains. 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. 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 NOHSC for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for Bifenthrin is set at 0.01mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 1mg/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.
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: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product is being
used.
Skin Protection: 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, nitrile, neoprene.
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.
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: White suspension.
Odour: Mild 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: 1.02-1.03 at 20掳C
Water Solubility: Dispersible.
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pH: 4-6 (typical)
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Viscosity: 900-1700cps at 25掳C
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: This product should be kept in a cool place, preferably below 30掳C. Containers should be
kept dry. Keep isolated from combustible materials. Protect this product from light. Store in the closed original
container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
Incompatibilities: No particular Incompatibilities.
Fire Decomposition: Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products at
temperatures normally achieved in a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness. Carbon dioxide, and if
combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Hydrogen fluoride gas and other compounds of fluorine.
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: Bifenthrin is harmful to mammals when ingested. Large doses may cause incoordination, tremor,
salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritability to sound and touch. LD50, for Bifenthrin is about 54 mg/kg in female rats
and 70 mg/kg in male rats. The LD50 for rabbits whose skin is exposed to Bifenthrin is greater than 2,000 mg/kg.
Bifenthrin does not sensitize the skin of guinea pigs. Although it does not cause inflammation or irritation on human
skin, it can cause a tingling sensation which lasts about 12 hours. It is virtually non-irritating to rabbit eyes.
Chronic Toxicity: No information Available.
Reproductive Effects: The dose at which no toxic effect of Bifenthrin is observed on the mother (maternal toxicity
NOEL) is 1 mg/kg/day for rats and 2.67 mg/kg/day for rabbits. At higher doses, test animals had tremors. The dose at
which no toxic effect is observed on development (developmental toxicity NOEL) is 1 mg/kg/day for rats and is greater
than 8 mg/kg/day for rabbits.
Teratogenic Effects: Bifenthrin does not demonstrate any teratogenic effects at the highest levels tested (100 ppm,
approximately 5.5 mg/kg/day) in a two-generational study in rats.
Mutagenic Effects: Evidence of mutagenic effects from exposure to Bifenthrin are inconclusive. Studies of mouse
white blood cells were positive for gene mutation. However, other tests of bifenthrin's mutagenic effects, including the
Ames test and studies in live rat bone marrow cells, were negative.
Carcinogenic Effects: There was no evidence of cancer in a 2-year study of rats who ate as much as 10 mg/kg/day
of Bifenthrin. However, an 87 week feeding study of mice with doses of 7, 29, 71, and 86 mg/kg showed a significantly
higher, dose related trend of increased tumour incidence in the male urinary bladder. The incidence was significantly
increased at 86 mg/kg/day. Also, females had higher incidences of lung cancer than the controls at doses of 7 mg/kg
and higher. The EPA has classified Bifenthrin as a class C carcinogen, a possible human carcinogen.
Organ Toxicity: Pyrethroids are poisons that affect the electrical impulses in nerves, over-stimulating nerve cells
causing tremors and eventually causing paralysis.
Fate in Humans and Animals: Bifenthrin is absorbed through intact skin when applied topically. It undergoes similar
modes of breakdown within animal systems as other pyrethroid insecticides. In mammals, Bifenthrin is rapidly broken
down and promptly excreted. Rats treated with 4 to 5 mg/kg, excreted 70 % in the urine and 20% in the faeces within
7 days. After 7 days, the remaining Bifenthrin was found accumulated in tissues with high fat content such as the skin
and fat in males and females and the ovaries of females. Bifenthrin is less toxic to warm-blooded animals, such as
mammals, than to cold-blooded animals.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment.
Effects on Birds: Bifenthrin is moderately toxic to many species of birds. The dietary concentration (8 day) at which
half of the test animals die, the LC50, is 1,280 ppm for mallard ducks and 4,450 ppm for bobwhite quail. The acute oral
LD50 is 1,800 mg/kg for bobwhite quail and 2,150 mg/kg for mallard ducks. There is concern about possible
bioaccumulation in birds.
Effects on Aquatic Organisms: Bifenthrin is very highly toxic to fish, crustaceans and aquatic animals. The LC50
after a 96-hour exposure is 0.00015 mg/l for rainbow trout, 0.00035 mg/l for bluegill, and 0.0016 mg/l for Daphnia.
Because of its low water solubility and high affinity for soil, Bifenthrin is not likely to be found in aquatic systems.
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Effects on Other Animals (Nontarget species): Bifenthrin is toxic to bees.
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE
Breakdown of Chemical in Soil & Groundwater: Bifenthrin does not move in soils with large amounts of organic
matter, clay and silt. It also has a low mobility in sandy soils that are low in organic matter. Bifenthrin is relatively
insoluble in water, so there are no concerns about groundwater contamination through leaching. It's half-life in soil,
the amount of time it takes to degrade to half of its original concentration, is 7 days to 8 months depending on the soil
type and the amount of air in the soil.
Breakdown of Chemical in Vegetation: Bifenthrin is not absorbed by plant foliage, nor does it translocate in the plant.
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
Note: This product range is classed as a MARINE POLLUTANT only and so the Dangerous Goods classification
which follows is for MARINE transport only. Not classed as a Dangerous Good for Storage or Road and Rail
transport.
ADG Code: 3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazchem Code: 2X
Special Provisions: SP179, SP274
Dangerous Goods Class: Class 9, Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.
Packaging Group: III
Packaging Method: 3.8.9
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight
container with Classes 1 (Explosives), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire
Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances).
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), 4.1
(Flammable Solids), 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible Substances), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), 5.1
(Oxidising Agents except where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic
Peroxides except where the Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods are Fire Risk Substances), 6 (Toxic Substances), 7
(Radioactive Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances), Foodstuffs and foodstuff empties.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with NICNAS regulations.
The following ingredient: Bifenthrin, is 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
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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)]
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