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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use Herbicide
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Supplier Bayer Cropscience Pty Ltd
ABN 87 000 226 022
Level 1, 8 Redf ern Road
3123 Hawthorn East
Victoria
Australia
Telephone (03) 9248 6888
Telefax (03) 9248 6800
Responsible Department 1800 804 479 Technical Inf ormation Service
Website www.crop.bayer.com.au
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Chemical nature
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5.2 Special hazards arising In the event of fire the following may be released: Carbon monoxide
from the substance or (CO), Hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid), Chlorine, Hydrogen
mixture f luoride, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Sulphur oxides, Hydrogen chloride
(HCl)
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Special protective In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
equipment for firefighters
Further information Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces. Collect
contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be
discharged into drains. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Remove
product from areas of fire, or otherwise cool containers with water in
order to avoid pressure being built up due to heat. Whenever possible,
contain fire-fighting water by diking area with sand or earth.
6.2 Environmental Contain contaminated water and fire fighting water. Do not allow to
precautions get into surface water, drains and ground water. If the product
contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.
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6.4 Reference to other Inf ormation regarding safe handling, see section 7.
sections Inf ormation regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.
Inf ormation regarding waste disposal, see section 13.
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Respiratory protection If product is handled while not enclosed, and if contact may occur:
Wear respirator with a particle filter mask (protection factor 4)
conf orming to European norm EN149FFP1 or equivalent.
Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of
short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have
been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or
local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's
instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.
Engineering Controls
Advice on safe handling Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.
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10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Strong bases
Interactive effects
Not known
Mixture of chemicals
Ref er to Section 2.1
Further information
No f urther toxicological information is available.
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12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to fish LC50 (Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)) 3.2 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient MCPA 2-ethylhexyl
ester.
LC50 (Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfish)) > 100 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient pyrasulfotole.
LC50 (Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)) > 100 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient pyrasulfotole.
Toxicity to aquatic EC50 (Daphnia magna (Water flea)) 0.28 mg/l
invertebrates Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient MCPA 2-ethylhexyl
ester.
EC50 (Daphnia magna (Water flea)) > 100 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient pyrasulfotole.
Toxicity to aquatic plants EC50 (Lemna gibba (gibbous duckweed)) 1 mg/l
Exposure time: 7 d
EC50 (Navicula pelliculosa (Freshwater diatom)) 1.2 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient MCPA 2-ethylhexyl
ester.
EC50 (Raphidocelis subcapitata (freshwater green alga)) 29.8 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient pyrasulfotole.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Colinus virginianus (Bobwhite quail)) 2,250 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient MCPA 2-ethylhexyl
ester.
LD50 (Colinus virginianus (Bobwhite quail))
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient pyrasulfotole.
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability MCPA-2-ethylhexyl ester:
rapidly biodegradable
Pyrasulfotole:
Not rapidly biodegradable
Mef enpyr-diethyl:
Not rapidly biodegradable
Koc Pyrasulfotole: Koc: 20 - 213; log Koc: 2.34
Mef enpyr-diethyl: Koc: 625
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulation MCPA-2-ethylhexyl ester: Bioconcentration factor (BCF) 1
Does not bioaccumulate.
Pyrasulfotole:
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Triple-rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals
on site. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If
not recycling, break, crush, or puncture and deliver empty packaging to an approved waste management
f acility. If an approved waste management facility is not available, bury the empty packaging 500 mm
below the surface in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose, clear of waterways,
desirable vegetation and tree roots, in compliance with relevant Local, State or Territory government
regulations. Do not burn empty containers or product.
Do not reuse container for any other purpose.
Ref illable containers:
If tamper evident seals are broken prior to initial use then the integrity of the contents cannot be assured.
Empty container by pumping through dry-break connection system. Do not attempt to breach the valve
system or the filling point, or contaminate the container with water or other products. Ensure that the
coupler, pump, meter and hoses are disconnected, triple rinsed and drained after each use. When empty,
or contents no longer required, return the container to the point of purchase. This container remains the
property of Bayer CropScience Pty Ltd.
ADG
UN number 3082
Transport hazard class(es) 9
Subsidiary Risk None
Packaging group III
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,
N.O.S.
(PYRASULFOTOLE, SOLVENT NAPHTHA (PETROLEUM)
HEAVY AROMATIC SOLUTION)
Hazchem Code •3Z
AU01: Environmentally Hazardous Substances meeting the descriptions of UN 3077 or UN 3082 are not
subject to this Code when transported by road or rail in;
a) packagings that do not incorporate a receptacle exceeding 500 kg(L); or
b) IBCs
IMDG
UN number 3082
Transport hazard class(es) 9
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Registered according to the Agricultural and Veterinary Chemicals Code Act 1994
Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority approval number: 60897
This SDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the product and
how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user should read this SDS and consi der
the inf ormation in the context of how the product will be handled and used in the workplace including in
conjunction with other products.
If clarif ication or further information is needed to ensure that an appropriate risk assessment can be
made, the user should contact this company.
Our responsibility for products sold is subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is
sent to our customers and is also available on request.
Changes since the last version are highlighted in the margin. This version replaces all previous
versions.
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