Material Safety Data Sheet - Ensystex

1 Ensystex Maxxthor 100 Water-based Termiticide and Insecticide / Maxxthor InsecticidePage 1 of 5 pagesMaterial Safety data SheetMAXXTHOR* 100 Water-based Termiticide and InsecticideSection 1 - IDENTIFICATION OF CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANYThis product is classified as Hazardous according to the criteria of NOHSC a Dangerous Good according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Australasia Pty LtdEnsystex New Zealand LtdUnit 3, The Junction Estate17C Corinthian Drive4 6 Junction StreetAlbany, Auckland 0752 AUBURN NSW 2144 Tel: 13 35 360800 Ensystex (0800 367 978)Substance:Bifenthrin is a pyrethroid Name:MaxxthorProduct Use:Termiticide and insecticide for use as described on the product Date:May 2005 Reviewed on:11 June 2011 Section 2 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONRisk Phrases:R22. Harmful if Phrases:S13, S20, S23, S45, S1/2, S36/37.

2 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Whenusing, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe mists. In case of accident or if you feel unwell,contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show the label where possible).Keep locked up and out of reach of children. Wear suitable protective clothing and Classification:S6 ADG Classification:None allocated. Not a Dangerous Number:None allocatedEmergency OverviewPhysical Description & colour: White to beige opaque :Slight characteristic Health Hazards:Bifenthrin is harmful to mammals when ingested. Large doses may cause incoordination,tremor, salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritability to sound and Health EffectsSee section 11 for Chronic exposure :Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. However product may be mildly irritating, although unlikelyto cause anything more than mild transient Contact:This product may cause skin tingling but further symptoms are not Contact:This product may be irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient :Available data shows that this product is harmful, but symptoms are not available.

3 This product is unlikely to causeany irritation problems in the short or long Maxxthor 100 Water-based Termiticide and Insecticide / Maxxthor InsecticidePage 2 of 5 pagesCarcinogen Status:NOHSC:No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by :No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by :No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by 3 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSI ngredientsCAS NoConc,%TWA (mg/m3)STEL (mg/m3)Bifenthrin82657-04-310not setnot setOther non hazardous ingredientssecret10 approxnot setnot setWater7732-18-5to 100not setnot setThis is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non-hazardousingredients are also TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hourworking day for a 5 day working week.

4 The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded formore than 15 minutes and should not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes betweensuccessive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, shouldnever be exceeded, even 4 - FIRST AID MEASURESG eneral Information:You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated bythis product. The number is 13 11 26 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)and is available at alltimes. Have this MSDS with you when you :No first aid measures normally required. However, if inhalation has occurred, and irritation has developed,remove to fresh air and observe until recovered.

5 If irritation becomes painful or persists more than about 30 minutes,seek medical Contact:Irritation is unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5minutes or until chemical is removed. If in doubt obtain medical Contact:No effects expected. If irritation does occur, flush contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowingwater for 5 minutes or until the product is removed. Obtain medical advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts morethan a few :If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and contact a Poisons Information Centre,or call a 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESFire and Explosion Hazards: Under normal circumstances there is no risk of an explosion from this product if it isinvolved in a small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this product at temperatures normally achieved ina fire.

6 This will only occur after heating to dryness. Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic ifinhaled. Take appropriate protective Media:Not Combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning Fighting:If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire point:Does not Flammability Limit:Does not Flammability Limit:Does not temperature:Not applicable - does not Class:Does not 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESA ccidental release:In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear fullprotective clothing including face mask, face shield and gauntlets. All skin areas should be covered. See Section 8regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothinginclude rubber and Maxxthor 100 Water-based Termiticide and Insecticide / Maxxthor InsecticidePage 3 of 5 pagesStop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill.

7 Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent Material . If spillis too large or if absorbent Material is not available, try to create a dike to stop Material spreading or going into drainsor waterways. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage,and dispose of spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of Material enters drains, adviseemergency details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused Material may be found on the label. If there isany conflict between this MSDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Ensure legality of disposal byconsulting regulations prior to launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature of contamination whensending contaminated clothing to 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGEH andling:Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas.

8 Check Section8 of this MSDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed. Themeasures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to personsusing the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible materials listedin Section :This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Make sure that theproduct does not come into contact with substances listed under "Materials to avoid" in Section 10. Some liquidpreparations settle or separate on standing and may require stirring before use. Check packaging - there may befurther storage instructions on the 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTIONThe following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding Safety clothing and equipment:Respiratory equipment:AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves:AS 2161, Industrial Clothing:AS2919, Industrial EyeProtection:AS1336andAS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: Limits TWA (mg/m3)STEL (mg/m3)Exposure limits have not been established by NOHSC for any of the significant ingredients in this ADI for bifenthrin is set at The corresponding NOEL is set at 1mg/kg/day.

9 ADI means AcceptableDaily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, Dec :No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that thework environment remains clean and that vapours and mists are minimised. For Post Construction, Vector Control andUrban Pest Management: Allow treated areas to completely dry (normally 3-4 hours) and ventilate buildings Protection:Eye protection such as face shield, protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product isbeing Protection:Prevent skin contact by wearing impervious gloves, overalls and a washable hat. Make sure that allskin areas are :No respirator is necessary when using the prepared spray. A respirator should be worn when opening thecontainer and preparing the 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESP hysical Description & colour: White to beige opaque :Characteristic Point:Approximately 100 C at Point:Approximately 0 :Water kPa at 20 C (water vapour pressure).

10 Specific Gravity:Approx Solubility:Completely dispersible in temp:Not applicable - does not Maxxthor 100 Water-based Termiticide and Insecticide / Maxxthor InsecticidePage 4 of 5 pagesSection 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITYR eactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have anydoubts, contact Ensystex for advice on shelf life to Avoid:Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct :Strong alkalis, Decomposition:Only small quantities of decomposition products are expected from this products attemperatures normally achieved in a fire. This will only occur after heating to dryness. Carbon dioxide, and ifcombustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and :This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONT oxicity:Bifenthrin is harmful to mammals when ingested.