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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
INGESTION: The concentrate is considered toxic if
swallowed, when classified according to Worksafe PRODUCT:
INHALATION: Inhalation of chlorpyrifos form the
COMPANY IDENTIFICATION:
concentrate is unlikely to present a problem due to its low vapour pressure. However, the spray can present a toxic problem if inhaled in relatively large quantities. Avoid inhaling mists. Inhalation of spray can lead to cholinesterase inhibition, manifesting as dizziness, USE: Termiticide for pre-construction control of
headaches, nausea, salivation, vomiting, twitching or Subterranean termites, termiticide and Insecticide for the treatment of post-construction subterranean termite infestations and for the control of domestic SYSTEMIC (other target organ): Chlorpyrifos primarily
affects the nervous system through inhibition of cholinesterase, an enzyme required for proper nerve 2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON
functioning. The hydrocarbon liquid may cause INGREDIENTS:
narcosis and central nervous system depression CANCER INFORMATION: The ingredients are not
listed as carcinogenic in Worksafe’s document “Exposure Standards for Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment” (May 1995). Proportion (% weight per weight): VHIGH >60, HIGH 30-60, MED TERATOLOGY (Birth defects): No evidence of in
3. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS:
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: No evidence of in
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section
includes possible adverse effects, which could occur if this material is not handled in the recommended 4. FIRST AID:
If poisoning occurs, immediately contact a doctor or POISONING SYMPTOMS: These are typical
Poisons Information Centre (telephone 13 11 26), and organophosphate pesticides – nausea, diarrhoea, follow the advice given. Show this Material Safety dripping nose and mouth, excessive salivation, stomach cramps, excessive sweating, trembling, loss of muscle coordination, muscle twitches, weakness, EYE: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at
mental confusion, blurred vision, breathing difficulties, least 15 minutes, holding eye open and taking care to rinse under eyelids as well. If irritation persist seek EYE: The concentrate will cause moderate irritation
SKIN: Wash off skin immediately with soap and plenty
of water. Remove all contaminated clothing and shoes. If poisoning occurs seek immediate medical SKIN: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause
attention and if more than 15 minutes from medical defatting of the skin which could lead o secondary attention, give one Atropine tablet (0.5mg) every 5 dermatitis. The rate of absorption of chlorpyrifos through the skin is low, hence the product is only moderately toxic by this route. Chlorpyrifos is not INGESTION: Wash out mouth with water. Do not
induce vomiting. Keep patient at rest and seek MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

INHALATION: Move affected person to fresh air and
keep until recovered. If poisoning occurs seek 2. Wear full-length clothing and PVC gloves. immediate medical attention and if more than 15 3. Reposition any leaking containers so as to minutes from emergency medical attention, give one Atropine tablet (0.5mg) every 5 minutes until dryness 4. Dam and absorb spill with an absorbent material 5. Shovel the absorbed spill into drums and top with Always seek medical attention when atropine has
been given. (Even if symptoms have subsided)
6. Disposal of the absorbent material will depend on NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Chlorpyrifos is a
• For quantities up to 50L of product bury in a cholinesterase inhibitor. Atropine by ingestion or Atrovent / Ipratropium by airway puff are preferred • For quantities greater than 50L seek advice antidotes. Oximes such as 2 PAM/protopam may be therapeutic if used early, but only if used in disposal. Contain in a secure location until conjunction with atropine. Do not give andrenergic 7. Decontaminate spill area with hydrate lime phenothiazines or reserpine alkaloids or oils. Treat scattered over the spil prior to rinsing off with pulmonary pneumonitis and bronchopneumonia secondary to pulmonary oedema. This product contains a petroleum based solvent and so the 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
benefits of inducing vomiting must be balances against the possible of chemical pneumonitis if PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND
inhaled. If lavage is performed, endotracheal or STORAGE: Store in a cool dry place away from direct
sunlight. Store away from food and food stuffs for animal or human consumption. Store in its original 5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
FLASH POINT: 660C (Aromatic solvent)
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL
PROTECTION:
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: 0.9 – 6.0 % for the solvent.
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, dry
For Aromatic hydrocarbon, the supplier recommends an occupational exposure limit of 100 pmm (TWA) as FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Vapours from
this product are heavier than air and may accumulate in sumps, pits and other low-lying spaces, forming ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Natural ventilation only
potential y explosive mixtures. They may also flash except in confined spaces where a local exhaust fan should be provided while handling the concentrate. FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: When fighting fires
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING,
involving significant quantities of this product, wear COMMERCIAL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING
safety boots, non-flammable overalls, gloves, hat WORKERS: Eye washing and shower facilities
goggles and self-contained breathing apparatus. All EYE / FACE PROTECTION: Face and eye protection
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
should be worn. For help in selecting suitable equipment consult AS 1336 and AS/NZS 1337. ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLS:
In case of spills it is important to take all steps SKIN PROTECTION: Wear chemical resistant PVC or
nitrile gloves. Wear cotton overalls and washable cotton hat. Wear boots. For help in selecting suitable gloves consult AS 2161. For help in selecting suitable MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
clothing consult AS 2919. For help in selecting boots 120 days. Chlorpyrifos may be toxic to some plants, such as lettuce. Residuals remain on plant surfaces for approximately 10 to 14 days. Data indicate that RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Avoid inhaling spray
this insecticide and its soil metabolites can accumulate mist. For help in selecting suitable equipment consult ECOTOXICOLOGY:
APPLICATIONS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS:
Toxicity to mammals: (for similar product composition) After handling this product always wash hands before smoking, eating, drinking or using the toilet. Wash Acute Percutaneous LD50 (rats): 409mg/kg contaminated clothing and other protective equipment 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
APPEARANCE: Pale amber liquid.
Acute percantanous LD50 (rabbits): >2000mg/kg pH: neutral
ODOUR: Solvent odour
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Forms emulsions
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 0.997
BOILING POINT: 1830C
CORROSIVNESS: Not Corrosive
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: This product is unlikely to spontaneously
INCOMPATIBILITY: Avoid materials like Strong
DO NOT spray any plants in flower while bees are Acids, strong bases, and strong oxidising agents. DO NOT contaminate dams, waterways or sewers with HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Oxides of sulfur. Oxides of phosphorus. Hydrogen chloride gas, chlorides and 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of empty, used
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: This product is
(a) Triple rinsing with water. Add the rinsings to the tank mix or dispose of rinsate in a disposal pit 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
away from desirable plants and roots, and watercourses. On-site disposal of undiluted The Australian Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) of chlorpyrifos for humans is 0.003 mg/kg/day, set for the (b) Breaking, crushing or puncturing the containers to public for daily, lifetime exposure. This is based on the NOEL of 0.03 mg/kg/day, the level determined to (c) Disposing of in a local authority, bury landfill site show no effect during long term exposure for the most that does not burn its refuse. If there is no local sensitive indicators and the most sensitive species. authority landfill readily available in your area, bury the containers under at least 50cm of soil at a 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
licensed/approved disposal site. DO NOT burn ENVIRONMENTAL DATA:
Chlorpyrifos is moderately persistent in soils. The half-life of chlorpyrifos in soil is usually between 60 to MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
• S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and SHIPPING NAME: ORGANPHOSPHOROUS
• S44 If you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons information centre immediately (show the label DANGEROUS GOODS: 6.1
• S62 if swallowed, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice immediately and show this HAZCHEM: 3WE
UN No: 3018
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
All information in this data sheet is provided in good faith and is Class 6 Poisonous Substances shall not be loaded in believed to be correct. Each user should consider the information in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight this safety data sheet within the context of their particular application container with Classes 1 (Explosives), 3 (Flammable as A&C Rural cannot anticipate or control conditions under which this product may be used. A&C Rural will not be responsible for any Liquids where the Flammable Liquid is nitromethane), damages arising out of the use or reliance upon the information in 5.1 (Oxidising Agents where the Poisonous this safety data sheet. No expressed or implied warranties are given Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic other than those implied mandatory by Commonwealth, State or Peroxides where the Poisonous Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances where the Please read all labels carefully before use. Poisonous Substances are cyanides and the Corrosive are acids), Foods stuff and food stuff empties. They may however be loaded in the same Contact:
Emergency Services
vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Classes, 2.1 (Flammable Gases), 2.2 (Non- Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases), 2.3 (Poisonous A&C Rural
Gases), 3 (Flammable liquids, except where the flammable liquid is nitromethane), 4.1 (Flammable Substances), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), Reviewed:
5.1 (Oxidising Agents except where the Poisonous Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides except where the Poisonous Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 7 (Radioactive
Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances except where
the Poisonous Substances are cyanides and the
Corrosives are acids), 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous
Goods).
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:

POISON SCHEDULE: S6
RISK PHRASES:
• R24/25 Toxic in contact with skin and if • R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if
SAFETY PHRASES:
• S28 After contact with skin, wash immediately

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