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Material Safety Data Sheet
Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer
SECTION 1 – CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Name: Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc.
Box 460, Bonham, TX 75418
Emergency Telephone: (903) 583-5501 or (800) 424-9300 (Chemtrec)
For Additional Information Contact: Product Manager or Chemtrec
Date Prepared: 03-14-03
Common Name (Used on Label): Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer
Chemical Family: Mixture
Chemical Name: Mixture
Formula: Mixture
Trade Name & Synonyms: Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer EPA # 7401-318-34911
SECTION 2 – COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENT
CAS NUMBER
% (TYPICAL)
TLV (UNITS)
PEL (UNITS)
Atrazine
1912-24-9
41
5 mg/m3
5 mg/m3
Ethylene glycol [1]
107-21-1
5
50 PPM*
50 PPM*
* Ceiling concentration
[1]NOTE: This is a toxic chemical and is subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. TLV: Threshold Limit Value recommended by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists.
SECTION 3 – PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT (°F) 103 degrees C
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2O=1) 1.12
VAPOR PRESSURE (mm Hg) 1.5
PERCENT VOLATILE BY VOLUME (%) Not determined
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1) Not determined
EVAPORATION RATE (ethyl ether=1) Not determined
SOLUBILITY IN WATER 33 PPM
REACTIVITY IN WATER Will not evolve flammable or toxic gases
APPEARANCE AND ODOR White liquid; odorless
SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
FLASH POINT (°F) Not determined
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR (% by volume) Lower: Not determined Upper: Not determined
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Dry chemical, CO2, halon, water spray, standard form
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE Not determined
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS Prevent use of contaminated buildings, area, and equipment until decontaminated.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Move containers from fire area if possible. Extinguish using agents suitable for surrounding fire. Use flood
Product Name: Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer
ID Number:33432
quantities of water as a fog. Keep material out of sewers and water sources. Do not touch spilled material. Avoid breathing hazardous fumes; keep upwind. Utilize self-contained breathing apparatus with full-face piece operated in pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Evacuate nonessential personnel from the area to prevent exposure to fire, smoke, fumes, or products of combustion.
SECTION 5 – HEALTH INFORMATION
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE AND TARGET ORGANS Skin absorption, inhalation, skin or eye contact, ingestion
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
(1) ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE Exposure to Atrazine may cause irritation of eyes, skin, or respiratory tract. If swallowed, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea can result. A skin sensitization (allergic) reaction may occur in sensitive individuals. Ingestion may result in kidney damage. May be absorbed through the skin.
(2) CHRONIC OVEREXPOSURE Long-term exposure to low levels of atrazine is not known to cause any chronic ill effects in humans. Animal studies indicate an incidence of mammary tumors in rats, and signs of cariotoxicity in dogs and mice. Ethylene glycol has been shown to produce dose-related tertogenic effects in rats and mice.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE Disorders of the eyes, skin, respiratory system, and kidneys; and allergic conditions.
CHEMICAL/COMPONENT LISTED AS CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN None
NTP
YES NO
IARC
YES NO
OSHA YES NO
OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS None determined
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES INGESTION: Induce vomiting immediately by giving two glasses of water and sticking finger down throat. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician. EYE AND SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician. Flush skin with water. Wash clothing before reuse. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: There is not a specific antidote if atrazine is ingested. If a large amount has been ingested and emesis has been inadequate, lavage stomach. Five mg/kg of activated charcoal suspension (50 g/400 ml water) can be given to absorb the remaining toxicant.
SECTION 6 – REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY Unstable Stable
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Does not apply
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid) Alkalis and mineral acids
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS Carbon monoxide, hydrogen cyanide, acetonitrile, chlorides, and oxides of nitrogen.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION May Occur Will Not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID Does not apply
Product Name: Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer
ID Number:
33432
SECTION 7 – SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS LEAKED OR SPILLED Utilize personal protective equipment. Cover the spill with an absorbent material such as cat litter. Sweep up the material and place in a labeled container, or the original container, and seal for later disposal or use. Wash the spill area with water containing a strong detergent, absorb with cat litter or other absorbent material, sweep-up, and place in a sealed, labeled container. Rinse the spill area with water to remove any residue. Do not allow wash or rinse water to contaminate water supplies.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD Do not reuse product container. Dispose of product containers, waste containers, and residues in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
SECTION 8 – PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION NIOSH/MSHA approved respiratory devices to protect against toxic dusts and pesticides.
VENTILATION General or local exhaust to maintain employee exposure below the TLV/PEL.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES Impervious gloves to prevent skin contact.
EYE PROTECTION Splash-proof or dust-resistant safety goggles to prevent eye contact with this substance. Contact lenses should not be worn.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT When necessary utilize impervious clothing, rubber boots, hat, and other equipment to prevent skin contact with this substance.
SECTION 9 – SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING & STORING Store the material in a well-ventilated, secure area out of reach of children and domestic animals. Do not store food, beverages, or tobacco products in the storage area. Prevent eating, drinking, tobacco usage, and cosmetic application in areas where there is a potential for exposure to the material. Always wash thoroughly after handling.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS None determined
SECTION 10 – OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained within was obtained from authoritative sources and is believed to be accurate for the manner in which the product is intended to be used. Other uses could result in ramifications, which are not included within this document.
Product Name: Hi-Yield® Atrazine Lawn Weed Killer
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