Material Safety Data Sheet A09430/03 - DKT

1 A09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDEC ompany Address:LE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDEI dentificationProduct Name875 Pacific HighwayPYMBLE NSW 2073 Emergency Phone 1800 033 111(24 Hrs Toll Free)Phone (02) 9391-6000 Bayer Australia LimitedHazardous according to criteria of the National Occupational Health and Safety CommissionSupersedesHazardous?HazchemYes UN NoPoison ScheduleDG ClassS6 of Hazardous NatureProduct Descriptor: LE-MAT 290 SLProper Shipping Name:ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE (omethoate)Chemical Characterisation: 290 g/L omethoate0,0-dimethyl S-(N-methyl carbamoylmethyl) phosphorothioateChemical Group: organophosphatePhysical Description/PropertiesForm: soluble liquidColour: clear yellowishOdour: typical odour of the active constituentDensity: kg/L at 20 degrees CVapour Pressure: x 10 Exp-4 mbar at 20 degrees CSolubility in Water: solubleFlash point (closed cup).

2 >43 degrees CIngredientsChemicalCAS g/L1113-02-6 Omethoate V HighSolventProportion (% weight/weight): V High = >60%Agricultural insecticide for the control of insect pests as specified on the product CodeSub Risk3 Packing GroupIIIEPG No6C1 Page 1 of 602/04/2002 PrintedA09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDEH ealth HazardsNo adverse effects are expected if this product is used in accordance with the label. Mostcases of organophosphate poisoning result from skin absorption due to inadequateprotection during pouring/mixing or application. Organophosphates act by inhibitingacetycholinesterase.

3 Some symptoms of overexposure that can arise if the productis mishandled are:Mild: headache, blurred vision, weakness, giddiness, sweating, mild chest pain, nauseaand : cyanosis, muscular twitching, spasms, miosis and respiratory symptoms commence from one to three hours after excessive : The concentrate is : Animal studies show no evidence of oncogenic effect or carcinogenic orteratogenic EffectsIngestion of the product may be irritate the eye can lead to poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information AidIf swallowed induce vomiting preferably using Ipecac Syrup APF, and give one atropinetablet every 5 minutes until dryness of the mouth poisoned by skin contact or through lungs, remove contaminated clothing and wash skinthoroughly.

4 Give atropine tablets as above. Get to a doctor or hospital in eyes, hold eyes open and flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a 2 of 602/04/2002 PrintedA09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDEH ealth Hazards(Continued)Apply basic aid and decontamination procedures. Treat symptomatically and if necessaryapply artificial respiration and administer : Atropine sulfate at 5-10 minute intervals until dryness of the mouth occurs. Thiswill relieve the muscarinic manifestations. Atropine should not be given to a cyanosedpatient. In cases of severe poisoning (respiratory depression or muscle twitching)administer pralidoxime (preferably less than 48 hours after exposure) to relieve thenicotinic : Never give patient morphine, theophyllineor theophylline-ethylenediamine.

5 Large amounts of intravenous fluids are generallycontraindicated because of the threat of pulmonary to DoctorPrecautions for UseExposure StandardsNOHSC exposure standards have not been assigned for the active ingredients nor theexcipients in the ProtectionProduct and spray are poisonous if absorbed by skin contact, inhaled or minor exposure may have a cumulative poisoning effect. Repeated exposuremay cause allergic disorders. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not inhalespray mist or vapour. Obtain an emergency supply of atropine tablets Protective Equipment:When opening the container, preparing and using the spray, wear cotton overallsbuttoned to the neck and wrist, washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves and face Hygiene:If clothing becomes contaminated with product or wet with spray, remove clothingimmediately.

6 If product or spray on skin, immediately wash the area with soap and use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughlywith soap and water. After each day's use wash contaminated clothing and protectiveequipment with detergent and Against Fire:Product is stable. Avoid strong oxidising agents. Not flammable under normal conditionsof 3 of 602/04/2002 PrintedA09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDESafe Handling InformationStorageKeep out of reach of children. Store in the tightly closed original container in a dry, wellventilated area, as cool as possible.

7 Do not store for prolonged periods in direct not store near any Material intended for use or consumption by humans or according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods byRoad and Rail (ADG Code)Shipping name:ORGANOPHOSPHORUS PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE (omethoate)Packing group: III UN No: 3017DG Class: Sub Risk: 3 Hazchem: 3 WDangerous Goods / Hazardous Substances RegulationThis product is subject to the following regulations:- Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail- State/Territory Storage of Dangerous Goods Regulations- State/Territory Hazardous Substances Regulations- Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and PoisonsSpillsObserve all precautions for use including the use of rubber boots or rubber overshoes,when cleaning up spills.

8 Alert and evacuate all personnel from the immediate spill from spreading or entering waterways and drains. Take up with absorbentmaterial such as peat, sawdust or chemical binding agent. Fill Material along with anycontaminated soil etc. into sealable containers. Clean affected area with an aqueaousdetergent and a small amount of water. Absorb this with hydrated lime and place in asealable drum. Spread hydrated lime over the affected area. On completion of clean-upremove and wash all contaminated clothing and equipment with detergent and water. Anyheavily contaminated clothing should be placed in a plastic garbage bag and placed in asealable drum.

9 Do not smoke, eat or drink during clean-up ) After intended use:Triple or (preferably) pressure rinse container before disposal. Add rinsings to the spraytank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. Break, puncture, crush and buryrinsed container in a local authority landfill (check local statutory requirements). If notavailable, bury the container below 500 mm in a marked disposal pit specifically set up forthis purpose, clear of waterways, vegetation and roots. Empty container and productshould not be ) After spill or accident:Dispose of sealed containers at an approved local waste disposal 4 of 602/04/2002 PrintedA09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDESafe Handling Information(Continued)Fire/Explosion HazardDangerous Decomposition or Combustion Products:Thermal Decomposition:Hazardous polymerisation will not Decomposition Products:If involved in a fire.

10 Oxides of nitrogen, phosphorous pentoxide, sulphur Reactions: noneExtinguishing Media:water fog (if unavailable fine water spray may be used)Further Information:Special firefighting procedures: Wear full protective clothing and self-contained InformationInformation on ToxicityLD50 oral (ingestion) - rat: 50 mg/kg (Bayer) toxicLD50 dermal (skin contact) - rat: 700 mg/kg (Bayer) harmfulThese data refer to the active on Ecological EffectsDangerous to bees. Do NOT spray any plants in flower while bees are NOT contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with chemical or used toxicity (active ingredient):LC50: 10-100 ppm (96 h); Goldfish (Carrasius auratus)LC50: 10-100 ppm (96 h); Idus idusPage 5 of 602/04/2002 PrintedA09430/03 Material Safety Data SheetProduct NameLE-MAT 290 SL INSECTICIDEB ayer Australia Limited makes no representation of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose orapplication, or of any other nature with respect to the information or the product to which the information refers ("the product").