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Material Safety Data Sheet
Thuricide
Date issued: 11/19/2007 (m/d/y)
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product name: Thuricide
Norac Concepts Inc.
P.O. Box 31097, Guelph, ON N1H 8K1
519-821-3633
Emergency telephone number: All hours, 613-787-5620, ONLY for health and environmental information.
Supplier: Thermo Trilogy Corporation
9145 Guilford Road Suite 175
Columbia, MD 21046-1883
In case of emergency, call Chem: 1-800-255-3924
outside North America, call collect: 1-813-248-0573
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous ingredients % (w/w) ACGIH TLV CAS No.
0.8% Not established 68038-71-1
Bacillus thuringiensis
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Solvent N/A 10 mg/m N/A
Surfactant N/A Not established N/A
Sodium sulphate N/A 1000 ppm 7757-82-6
Synonyms: None.
Active ingredient: Bacillus thuringiensis.
Chemical family: Biological insecticide.
Product use: Agricultural insecticide.
Registration number: 11302 Pest Control Products Act.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Summary: Hazardous properties of all ingredients have been considered in the preparation of this MSDS. Read the
entire MSDS for the complete hazard evaluation of this product.
Emergency overview: Exposure may result in eye irritation. A skin sensitization (allergic) reaction may occur in
sensitive individuals.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing has stopped. Give cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR) if there is no breathing AND no pulse. Obtain medical advice IMMEDIATELY.
Skin contact: Flush skin with running water for a minimum of 20 minutes. Start flushing while removing contaminated
clothing. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Eye contact: Immediately flush eyes with running water for a minimum of 20 minutes. Hold eyelids open during
flushing. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Ingestion: If victim is alert and not convulsing, rinse mouth out and give 200-300 mL (1 cup) of water to dilute
material. If spontaneous vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward with head down to avoid breathing in of vomitus,
rinse mouth and administer more water. Obtain medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
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Note to Physician: There is no specific antidote if this product is ingested. If a large amount has been ingested and
emesis is inadequate, lavage stomach. Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash point: Not available.
Autoignition temperature: No data.
Flammable limits (lower): No data.
Flammable limits (upper): No data.
Extinguishing media: For large fires, apply aqueous film forming foam or water in the form of a fog. For small fires,
use carbon dioxide or dry chemical.
Fire-fighting procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and impervious clothing. Minimize the amount of
water used and contain the run-off from entering water supplies or the environment by dyking.
Other fire and explosion hazards: None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spills, leaks or releases: Wear personal protective equipment. For release to land, stop any further release and
spread of contamination and absorb spilled material with a suitable absorbent. Wash hard surfaces with detergent
and water, then absorb with suitable absorbent. For release to water, stop any further release and utilize damming
and/or water diversion to minimize the spread of contamination. Collect the spilled material, any contaminated soil,
water and absorbent, then place in a waste container for proper disposal. Notify applicable government authority if
release is reportable or could adversely affect the environment.
Deactivating chemicals: None.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE INFORMATION
Handling procedures: Use only with adequate ventilation and avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wear
appropriate personal protective equipment. Wash thoroughly after use. If clothing becomes contaminated, wash
thoroughly before re-use. Spilled material maybe slippery; clean up spills immediately before walking in spill area.
Storage requirements: Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep
containers closed. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Storage temperature: Protect from freezing. Do not expose sealed containers to temperatures above 40癈.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Skin protection: Chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing should be impervious under conditions of use.
Respiratory protection: If misting conditions exist, use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator for organic vapours.
Other protective equipment: Eye wash station.
Engineering controls: Provide local exhaust or ventilation.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Green liquid.
Odour: Slight fish odour.
Specific gravity: 1.01.
Boiling point: Not available.
Melting point: Not available.
Solubility (water): Soluble.
Solubility (other): No data.
pH: 4.8 to 5.2.
% volatile: Not available.
Evaporation rate (ether=1): No data.
Vapour pressure (mm Hg at 20癈): No data.
Vapour density (air=1): No data.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
Chemical stability: Stable.
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Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
Conditions to avoid: None known.
Incompatibility with other substances: None known.
Hazardous decomposition products: None known.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Summary: Exposure may result in eye irritation. A skin sensitization (allergic) reaction may occur in sensitive
individuals.
Toxicological data
Bacillus thuringiensis
Oral LD50 (rat) = > 7.2E + 10 CFU/kg
Dermal LD50 (guinea pig) = > 1.8E + 7 CFU/kg
Inhalation LC50 (mouse) = > 3.3E + 9 CFU/L
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged inhalation may result in nausea, headache, vomiting and
central nervous system depression.
Skin contact: May cause skin irritation. Existing dermatitis may be exacerbated.
Eye contact: May cause irritation to the eyes.
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting and central nervous system depression.
Chronic effects: Human evidence has indicated that this product can cause skin sensitization. Sensitization is the
process whereby a biological change occurs in the individual because of previous exposure to a substance and, as a
result, the individual reacts more strongly when subsequently exposed to the substance. Once sensitized, an
individual can react to extremely low airborne levels, even below the TLV, or to skin contact.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological information: Bacillus thuringiensis and low toxicity to fish and wildlife. Oral LD50 (bobwhite,
mallard) > 16665 mg/kg.
Environmental effects: Do not contaminate domestic or irrigation water supplies, lakes, streams, ponds, or rivers.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of waste material at an approved (hazardous) waste treatment/disposal facility in accordance with applicable
local, provincial and federal regulations. Do not dispose of waste with normal garbage or to sewer systems.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
TDG classification: Not regulated.
Transportation emergency telephone number: 613-787-5620.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS classification: This product is registered under the Pest Control Product Act and is exempt from the
requirements of WHMIS.
NFPA hazard rating: Fire: 0; Health: 1; Reactivity: 0.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained herein is offered only as a guide to the handling of this specific material and has been prepared in good
faith by technically knowledgeable personnel. It is not intended to be all-inclusive and the manner and conditions of use and
handling may involve other and additional considerations. No warranty of any kind is given or implied and Norac Concepts Inc. will
not be liable for any damages, losses, injuries or consequential damages which may result from the use of or reliance on any
information contained herein. This material safety data sheet is valid for three years.
Prepared by: Norac Concepts Inc.
P.O. Box 31097 Guelph, ON N1H 8K1 T 519-821-3633 F 519-821-2083 www.noracconcepts.com
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