MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Date of Issue 08/10/01
MSDS No. 1028
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Classified as hazardous according to the criteria of Worksafe Australia.
COMPANY DETAILS
Company Scotts Australia Pty. Ltd.
Address 11 Columbia Way, Baulkham Hills, NSW, 2153
Telephone Number (02) 8853 7300
Fax (02) 8853 7310
Emergency Telephone Number Australia: 1800 033 111
New Zealand: 0800 734 607
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name ROUNDUP?SPOT WEED KILLER SURE SHOT FOAM
Other Names
Manufacturers Product Code 199400
UN Number 1950
Dangerous Goods Class 2.1 (Aerosol)
Sub-Risk Class Not applicable
Packaging Group Not applicable
Hazchem Code Not applicable
Poisons Schedule S5
Uses Herbicide. (Ready to use)
Physical Description /Properties
Appearance & Odour Creamy, white liquid in aerosol canister with slight amine odour/odourless
Melting point/softening point Not available
Boiling Point Not applicable
Vapour Pressure Not available
Flashpoint ( C):>93癈
Flammability Limits Non flammable
Solubility in Water Soluble
pH (1% solution): 6.7 ?.1
Incompatibility
Bulk density 15.6g/cc at 20癈
Volatile Proportion Propellant
Corrosiveness
Ingredients
Ingredient Chemical Name CAS Number Proportion %
Active ingredients Glyphosate, isopropylamine salt 38641-94-0 <5%
Inerts Water 7732-18-5 To 100%
Oxyalkylated alkylamine 61791-26-2 <1%
Nonanoic acid 112-05-0 <5%
Potassium hydroxide 1310-58-3 <5%
(0.85% w/w of 45% solution SG 1.457)
Ammonium sulphate 7783-20-2 <1%
Sodium benzoate 532-32-1 <1%
Silicone emulsion n/a <1wt% 5%
Propellant: Butane Aerosol load: 95% 106-97-8
liquid concentrate and 5% propellant)
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects
Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational
Acute
exposure to ROUNDUP Sure Shot Foam. Occupational exposure to this material has
not been reported to cause significant adverse health effects. However, swallowing of
a similar, but more concentrated formulation, has been reported to produce
gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Eyes: rabbit ?moderately irritating, irritation cleared by test day 7.
Dermal LD50: The hazard evaluation for this product was based on the non-aerosol
form of the product. Practically non-toxic, (Rat LD50>5000mg/kg). Non irritating to
skin (Rabbits).
Oral LD50:The hazard evaluation for this product was based on the non-aerosol form
of the product. Practically non-toxic, (Rat LD50>5000mg/kg).
Inhalation LC50: The hazard evaluation for this product was based on the non-
aerosol form of the product. Practically non-toxic, (Rat 4hr LC50>10mg/L).
Sensitization: Guinea pig ?no evidence of allergic skin reactions.
Swallowed If swallowed, this product may cause gastro intestinal tract irritation.
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Eye This substance causes moderate eye irritation as indicated by possible discomfort,
tearing, swelling, redness and blurred vision.
Skin This substance is not expected to cause skin irritation.
Inhaled If inhaled, this substance is considered practically non-toxic to internal organs. This
substance may be irritating if inhaled.
Subchronic: Data from Glyphosate laboratory toxicology studies were conducted with
Chronic
a formulation comprised of 62% isopropylamine salt of Glyphosate (MON 0139).
Rabbits ?3 week dermal: repeated daily exposure primarily resulted in slight skin
irritation.
Dogs ?6 month feed: Only slight body weight changes noted.
Additional toxicity information is available on Glyphosate. Rats ?90 day feeding: No
treatment related effects.
Mice ?90 day feeding: decreased weight gains at the high dose level group of
animals.
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CARCINOGENICITY:
Chronic
Carcinogenicity Comments Glyphosate: glyphosate is not considered to be a
carcinogen. Glyphosate did not produce tumours in any of the long-term toxicology
studies.
Mice: 2-year feeding study. Reduced body weight gain and effects on liver tissues
were observed at high dose levels.
Rats: 2-year feeding study. Reduced body weight gain and eye changes were
observed at the high dose level in one study, while no treatment related effects
occurred in a second study conducted at lower dose levels.
Dogs: No adverse effects were observed in feeding studies with dogs.
TERATOGENICITY: GLYPHOSATE: No evidence of teratogenic effects. Results
of rat and rabbit teratology studies indicate that no birth defects were noted. This
included dose levels of Glyphosate that were maternally toxic.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXIN: GLYPHOSATE: No evidence of adverse reproductive
effects. Glyphosate was fed continuously to rats at very high dose levels for 2
successive generations. Toxicity was reported in offspring from the high dose, a level
which also produced adverse effects on the mothers. In a 3-generation study
conducted at lower dose levels, no effects were seen on the ability of male or female
rats to reproduce.
MUTAGENICITY: GLYPHOSATE: Glyphosate has not produced any genetic
changes in various mutagenicity tests involving in vivo animals or in vitro cellular
studies.
First Aid
Swallowed If swallowed, immediately telephone a Poison Information Centre (Ph: 13 11 26),
emergency treatment centre or a doctor for advice. Do not make person vomit
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If medical advice cannot be
obtained, then immediately take person and product container, with label, to an
emergency treatment centre.
Eye Flush eyes immediately with fresh water for at least 15 minutes while holding the
eyelids open. Remove contact lenses if worn. Call a doctor if irritation persists.
Skin No first aid procedures are required. As a precaution, wash skin thoroughly with
soap and water. Remove and was contaminated clothing.
Inhaled If respiratory discomfort or irritation occurs, move the person to fresh air. See a
doctor if discomfort or irritation continues. Since this material is not expected to
be an immediate inhalation problem, no first aid procedures are required.
First Aid Facilities In case of poisoning by any exposure route contact a doctor or Poisons
Information Centre.
If further treatment guidance is required, contact Emergency Response Number:
Advice to Doctor
1800 033 111.
Medical conditions which
may be aggravated by
contact
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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards Exposure limit standards for some of the constituents of this preparation are as
follows: Airborne Exposure Limits: No airborne exposure limits have been
established for this material or its components.
Engineering Controls No specific ventilation is necessary.
Personal Protection FOR PRODUCT USERS:
Eyes:
For application of product in accordance with label instructions, no special eye
protection is needed. Where there is no significant potential for eye contact, wear
chemical goggles and have eye flushing equipment available.
Skin:
Although this product does not present a significant skin concern, minimise skin
contamination by following good industrial practice. Wearing gloves is
recommended. Wash hands and contaminated skin thoroughly after handling.
Respiratory:
Avoid breathing the spray mist. Use approved respirator protection equipment when
airborne exposure limits are exceeded. Consult respirator manufacturer to determine
appropriate type equipment for given application. Observe respirator use limitations
specified by the manufacturer. For application of the product in accordance with
label instructions, no special respiratory protection is required. Keep children and
pets off treated areas until spray is thoroughly dry. Avoid contamination of
fertilizers, spray materials, seed, feed, food stuffs or water by storage or disposal.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport Read and observe all precautions on product label. Store in accordance with
requirements for Class 2.1 Dangerous Goods (Aerosol). Do not use or store near
flame, sparks or hot surfaces. Use only in well ventilated area. Container under
pressure. Exposure to heat or prolonged exposure to sun may cause container to
burst. Do not puncture, incinerate or store above 54癈. Avoid contamination of
fertilizers, spray materials, seed, feed, food stuffs or water by storage or disposal.
Australian Transport Code:
Label: Non allocated Packaging Group: non allocated EPG/GTEPG: non allocated
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SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Spills and Disposal FOR PRODUCT USERS:
Spill or leakage procedure: Observe all precautions for use when cleaning up spills.
Soak up spilled material with paper towels of kitty litter and discard in garbage.
Disposal:
Collect contaminated absorbent, wrap in paper, then a plastic bag and place in the
garbage. Wrap empty container in paper, then in a plastic bag and place in the
garbage.
FOR MANUFACTURE, TRANSPORT AND WAREHOUSING:
Avoid contamination of fertilizers, spray materials, seed, feed, food stuffs or water
by storage or disposal. Keep material out of sewers, watersheds and water systems.
Spill or leakage procedures: Liquid spills on floor or other impervious surfaces
should be contained or diked, and should be absorbed with attapulgite, benronite or
other absorbent clays. Collect contaminated absorbent in plastic-lined metal drum
and dispose of in accordance with instructions provided under "Disposal".
Thoroughly scrub floor or other impervious surfaces with a strong industrial-type
detergent solution and rinse with water.
For liquid spills that soak into the ground, place earth in suitable containers and
dispose of as recommended under Waste Disposal.
Leaking containers should be separated from non-leakers and either the container or
its contents transferred to a drum or other non-leaking container and disposed of as
recommended under Waste Disposal.
Waste Disposal:
Material collected that cannot be re-processed should be disposed of in a landfill
approved for pesticide disposal. Disposal of in accordance with all applicable local
and state laws.
Containers:
Emptied containers retain material residue. Observe all labelled safeguards until
container is cleaned, reconditioned or destroyed.
Fire/Explosion Hazard Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam or
other class B extinguishing agent.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire fighters or others exposed to vapours, mists
or products of combustion should wear full protective clothing including self-
contained breathing apparatus. Thoroughly decontaminate equipment after use.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None.
Reactivity Data:
Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.
No incompatibility known with other materials.
Hazardous decomposition products no known.
Hazardous polymerisation occurs.
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OTHER INFORMATION
Environmental
Protection
Animal Toxicity Data ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: Studies performed with a concentrated
the isopropylamine salt of glyphosate indicate the following:
MON 0139 Technical (62%)
48hr LC50 Daphnia: 930mg/L, practically non-toxic
96hr LC50 Bluegill: >1000mg/L, practically non-toxic
96hr LC50 Trout: >1000mg/L, practically non-toxic
96hr LC50 Carp: >10,000mg/L, practically non-toxic
APVMA registration 51289
no.
CONTACT POINT
Emergency Response for Transport and Exposure Scotts Australia Pty Ltd
Australia: 1800 033 111 11 Columbia Way
New Zealand: 0800 734 607 Baulkham Hills NSW 2153
Phone (02) 8853 7300
Fax (02) 8853 7310
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