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<br /> MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET UPDATES AVAILABLE AT WWW.GREENBOOK.NET 1
<br /> WEEDARO64 did not show carcinogenic potential. The USEPA has i similar surfaces may necessitate removal of top soil.
<br /> given a class D classification (not classifiable as to The affected area should be removed and placed in
<br /> human carcinogenicity). an appropriate container for disposal. Spills may be
<br /> BROADLEAF
<br /> Reproductive Toxicity: No impairment of reproduc- reportable to the National Response Center(800-424-
<br /> HERBICIDE
<br /> 800-424-
<br /> HERBIC'DE tive function attributable to 2,4-D has been noted in 8802)and to state and/or local agencies.
<br /> laboratory animal studies.
<br /> 1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY DE- Developmental Toxicity: Studies in laboratory an- 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
<br /> SCRIPTION imals with 2,4-0 have shown decreased fetal body
<br /> Product Name: Nufarm Weedar 64 Broadleaf Herbi- weights and delayed development in the offspring at Handling:
<br /> cide doses toxic to mother animals. Handle containers carefully to avoid damage and spills.
<br /> Genotoxicity: There have been some positive and i Storage:
<br /> Synonyms: 2,4-D DMA; 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic
<br /> acid,dimethylamine salt. some negative studies,but the weight of evidence is I Store in original container in a dry secured storage
<br /> EPA Reg. No.: 71368-1 that 2,4-D is not mutagenic. area. Do not contaminate water,food or feed by stor-
<br /> age or disposal. Avoid storage in close proximity to
<br /> Company Name: 4. FIRST AID MEASURES• insecticides, fungicides, fertilizers and seeds. Keep
<br /> Nufarm Americas,Inc. If swallowed: If patient is conscious and alert,give 2 container tightly closed when not in use.
<br /> Burr Ridge,IL 60521 to 3 glasses of water or milk to drink. If available,give
<br /> Phone Numbers: For Chemical Emergency,Spill, one tablespoon of Syrup of Ipecac to induce vomit- 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTEC-
<br /> Leak,Fire,Exposure,Or Accident,Call CHEMTREC ing. Alternatively,induce vomiting by touching back of TION
<br /> Day or Night: 1-800-424-9300. throat with finger. Do not make an unconscious person
<br /> For Medical Emergencies Only,Call 877-325-1840. General:attention. These recommendations provide general guidance for
<br /> For additional non-emergency information,call: 1- ' vomit. Get medical
<br /> If on skin: Wash skin with plenty of soap and water.
<br /> 800-852-5234. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention. handling this product. Because specific work envi-
<br /> Date: 3-12-02 ronments and material handling practices vary,safety
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<br /> p Get medical attention,PREFERABLY AN OPHTHAL-
<br /> r Revisions: New or updated information in all sections. in eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. procedures should be developed for each intended us-
<br /> Reasons Reasons for Revisions: General revision utilizing MOLOGIST. age, including maintenance and repair of equipment.
<br /> more specific data. If inhaled: Move to an uncontaminated area. Get Contact personal protective equipment manufacturers
<br /> Supersedes: 3-1-00 medical attention. for assistance with selection, use and maintenance of
<br /> _ Note to Physician: This product contains a heno such equipment.
<br /> 2. COMPOSITIONIINFORMATION ON INGREDI- y p p xY Personal Protective Equipment:
<br /> ENTS herbicidal chemical. There is no specific antidote. All
<br /> treatments should be based on observed signs and Respiratory Protection: When respirators are re-
<br /> symptoms of distress in the patient. Overexposure to quired, select NIOSH/MSHA approved equipment
<br /> By materials other than this product may have occurred. based on actual or potential airborne concentrations
<br /> COMPONENT CAS REG.NO. WEIGHT P y
<br /> --- Myotonic effects may include muscle fibrillations, my- and in accordance with the appropriate regulatory stan-
<br /> Acetic add,(2,4- 2008-39-1 46.8 otonia,and muscular weakness. Ingestion of massive dards and/or industrial recommendations. Under nor-
<br /> dichloropherwxy}, doses may result
<br /> in persistent fall of blood pressure. I mal conditions, in the absence of other airborne con-
<br /> dimethylamins salt' p
<br /> Inert ingredients(trade 53.2 Myoglobin and hemoglobin may be found in urine. Ele- taminants, the following devices should provide pro-
<br /> secret)•• vations in lactate dehydrogenase(LDH),SGOT,SGPT tection from this material up to the conditions spec-
<br /> Note: The other major ingredient in this product is and aldolase indicate the extent of muscle damage. ifted by the appropriate OSHA or ANSI standard(s):
<br /> water. It has been suggested that overexposure in humans Air-purifying (half-mask/full-face) respirator with car-
<br /> 'OSHA hazard may affect both the central and peripheral nervous fridges/canister approved for use against pesticides.
<br /> **Not OSHA h—, systems. The acute effects on the central nervous Under conditions immediately dangerous to life or
<br /> 3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION system resemble those produced by alcohol or seda- health,or emergency conditions with unknown concen-
<br /> tive drugs. In isolated cases, peripheral neuropathy trations, use a full-face positive pressure air-supplied
<br /> Emergency Overview: and reduced nerve conduction velocities have been respirator equipped with an emergency escape air sup-
<br /> Appearance and Odor. Reddish brown liquid, reported although these observations may be related ply unit or use a self-contained breathing apparatus
<br /> phenolic-amine odor. to other factors.Gas-liquid chromatography for detect- unit.
<br /> Warning Statements:DANGER.Keep out of reach of ing and measuring chlorophenoxy compounds in blood Eye/Face Protection: Eye and face protection re-
<br /> children. Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. and urine may be useful in confirming and assessing quirements will vary dependent upon work environment
<br /> Harmful if swallowed. May be fatal if absorbed through the magnitude of chlorophenoxy absorption. conditions and material handling practices. Appropri-
<br /> the skin. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. Do notate
<br /> FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES I ate ANSI Z87 approved equipment should be selected
<br /> get in eyes,on skin or on clothing. for the particular use intended for this material. Eye
<br /> Potential Adverse Health Effects: Flash Point: >212'F (100'C) by Pensky-Martens contact should be prevented througn use of protective
<br /> Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation,eye and skin closed cup method. eyewear such as chemical safety glasses with side
<br /> contact. Autoignition Temperature: Not determined. shields or splash proof goggles. An emergency eye
<br /> Eye Contact: Causes corneal opacity,irreversible eye Flammability Limits: Not determined. wash should be readily accessible to the work area.
<br /> s. damage. Vapors and mist can cause irritation. Extinguishing Media: Recommended (large fire): Skin Protection: Skin contact should be avoided
<br /> Skin Contact: May cause slight transient irritation- foam,water spray. Recommended (small fires): dry through the use of permeation resistant clothing,
<br /> Overexposure by skin absorption may cause nausea, chemical,carbon dioxide. gloves and footwear, selected with regard for use
<br /> vomiting, abdominal pain,decreased blood pressure, Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters conditions and exposure potential. An emergency
<br /> muscle weakness,muscle spasms. should wear NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained shower should be readily accessible to the work area.
<br /> Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. May cause upper res- breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Dike Consider both durability and permeation resistance of
<br /> piratory tract irritation and symptoms similar to those area to prevent runoff and contamination of water clothing.
<br /> from ingestion. sources. Dispose of fire control water later. Work Practice Controls: Personal hygiene is an im-
<br /> Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause nausea, Unusual Fire and Explosion hazards: Under fire portant work practice exposure control measure and
<br /> vomiting, abdominal pain,decreased blood pressure, conditions, toxic,corrosive fumes are emitted. Con- the following general measures should be taken when
<br /> muscle weakness,muscle spasms. tainers will burst from internal pressure under extreme working with or handling this material: (1) Do not
<br /> Medical Conditions Possibly Aggravated By Expo- fire conditions. store,use,and/or consume foods,beverages,tobacco
<br /> sure: Inhalation of product may aggravate existing Hazardous Decomposition Materials (Under Fire products,or cosmetics in areas where this material is
<br /> chronic respiratory problems such as asthma,emphy- Conditions): Hydrogen chloride, oxides of nitrogen, stored. (2)Wash hands and face carefully before eat-
<br /> sema or bronchitis. Skin contact may aggravate exist- and oxides of carbon. ing, drinking, using tobacco, applying cosmetics, or
<br /> ing skin disease. 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES using the toilet.
<br /> Subchronic(Target Organ)Effects: (An adverse ef-
<br /> Ex
<br /> fect with symptoms that develop slowly over a long Evacuation Procedures and Safety: Wear appro-
<br /> oosure Guidelines:
<br /> period of time): Repeated overexposure may cause priate protective gear for the situation. See Personal
<br /> effects to liver, kidneys, blood chemistry, and gross Protection information in Section 8.
<br /> motor function. Rare cases of peripheral nerve dam- Containment of Spill: Dike spill using absorbent or OSHA I ACGIH
<br /> age have been reported,but extensive animal studies impervious materials such as earth,sand or clay.Col- Exposure Limits: PEV• iTLV®' STEL Units
<br /> have failed to substantiate these observations, even lect and contain contaminated absorbent and dike ma- Acetic add,(2.4- 10^ 10-- NO mg/m3
<br /> at high doses for prolonged periods. terial for disposal. ; Dichlorophenoxy)-,
<br /> Chronic Effects/Carcinogenicity: Prolonged over- Cleanup and Disposal of Spill: Pump any free liquid dimenyamine son
<br /> exposure can cause liver, kidney and muscle dafn- into an appropriate closed container. Collect wash- •8-hour TWA unless otherwise noted.
<br /> age. The International Agency for Research on Can- ings for disposal. Decontaminate tools and equipment "Based on adopted limit for 2,44D.
<br /> cer(IARC)lists exposure to chlorophenoxy herbicides following cleanup. (See Section 13.) Ventilation:
<br /> r as a class 2B carcinogen,the category for limited evi- Environmental and Regulatory Reporting: Prevent Where engineering controls are indicated by specific
<br /> dence for carcinogenicity in humans. However,more material from entering public sewer system or any wa- use conditions or a potential for excessive exposure,
<br /> current 2,4-D lifetime feeding studies in rats and mice terways. Do not flush to drain. Large spills to soil or use local exhaust ventilation at the point of generation.
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