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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
AMAZON 12508 8X2L GB 1/9
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 03.11.2003
102000001681 Print Date: 06.08.2007
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product information
Trade name AMAZON 12508 8X2L GB
Product code (UVP) 05923034
Product code TADS12590
Product code (EXP) 31749A
Specification 12508
Usage herbicide
Company Bayer CropScience Limited
230 Cambridge Science Park
Milton Road
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire CB4 0WB
Great Britain
Telephone +44(0)1223 226500
Telefax +44(0)1223 426240
Emergency telephone number 0800-220876 (UK 24 hr)
+44(0)1603-242424 (Overseas 24 hr)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical nature
Emulsifiable concentrate (EC), contains:
Diflufenican/Clodinafop-propargyl/Cloquintocet-mexyl 50:30:7.5 g/l EC
Hazardous components
Chemical Name CAS-No. / Symbol(s) R-phrase(s) Concentration [%]
EINECS-No.
Diflufenican 83164-33-4 R52/53 4.80
Clodinafop-propargyl 105512-06-9 Xn, N R22, R43, 2.90
R50/53
Cloquintocet-mexyl 99607-70-2 Xi, N R43, R50/53 0.71
Tetrapropylene benzene 11117-11-6 C R34, R21, > 1.00 - < 5.00
sulfonate-Ca-salt 234-360-7 R52/53
Iso-butanol 78-83-1 Xi R10, R37/38, > 1.00 - < 5.00
201-148-0 R41, R67
Solvent naphtha (petroleum), Xn, N R65, R66, > 5.00 - < 25.00
heavy arom. R51/53
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4 Xi R36/38 > 50.00
212-828-1
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk advice to man and the environment
Irritating to eyes and skin.
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May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice
Remove contaminated, soaked clothing immediately and dispose of safely.
Inhalation
Move the patient to fresh air and keep at rest. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eye contact
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water. Keep at rest. Obtain medical attention.
Notes to physician
Symptoms
Local:, sensitization
Symptoms
Systemic:, To date no symptoms are known.
Risks
Risk of product entering the lungs on vomiting after ingestion.
Treatment
Local treatment:
Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
Treatment
Systemic treatment:
Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
There is no antidote.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
water spray
alcohol-resistant foam
dry powder
carbon dioxide (CO2)
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
high volume water jet
Specific hazards during fire fighting
In case of fire the evolution of dangerous gases is possible.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Further information
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Remove product from areas of fire, or otherwise cool containers with water in order to avoid
pressure being built up due to heat.
Whenever possible, contain fire-fighting water by bunding area with sand or earth.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions
Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.
When dealing with a spillage do not eat, drink or smoke.
Environmental precautions
Keep people and animals away.
Do not discharge into the drains/surface water/groundwater.
If spillage enters drains leading to sewage works inform local water company immediately.
If spillage enters rivers or watercourses, inform the Environment Agency (emergency telephone
number 0800 807060).
Methods for cleaning up
Take up with absorbent material (e.g. sand, earth or a proprietary absorbent material).
Transfer collected material to heavy duty plastic drums and keep safe for disposal.
Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly, observing environmental regulations
Additional advice
Information regarding safe handling, see section 7.
Information regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.
Information regarding waste disposal, see section 13.
Check also for any local site procedures.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Advice on safe handling
No specific precautions required when handling unopened packs/containers; follow relevant
manual handling advice.
Provide good ventilation of working area (local exhaust ventilation if necessary).
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
The product is combustible.
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Vapours may form explosive mixture with air.
Storage
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only.
Further information on storage conditions
Keep away from direct sunlight.
Protect against frost.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Storage stability
Storage temperature 0 - 30 癈
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Suitable materials
Keep in original packaging, tightly closed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Refer to COSHH assessment (Control of substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 1999 as
amended). Engineering controls should be used in preference to personal protective equipment
wherever practicable.
Components with workplace control parameters
Components CAS-No. Control parameters Update Basis
Iso-butanol 78-83-1 154 mg/m3 (TWA) 2001 EH40 OES
231 mg/m3 (STEL) 2001 EH40 OES
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone 872-50-4 103 mg/m3 (TWA) 2001 EH40 OES
309 mg/m3 (STEL) 2001 EH40 OES
Additional advice
Observe: Exposure Limits In Air, Gp3 200mg/m?50ppm. (aromatic-rich hydrocarbon mixes with
> 25% aromatics TRGS 901, No. 72)
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection Short term: filter apparatus, Filter A
Hand protection Chemical resistant gloves
PVC or nitrile rubber gloves
Eye protection Chemical resistant goggles must be worn.
Skin and body protection Light protective clothing, PVC
PVC boots
Hygiene measures
When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
Remove soiled clothing immediately.
Remove soaked clothing immediately.
Clean hands and face at work intervals and after work.
Work in an adequately ventilated room.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form Liquid
Colour light brown
Odour characteristic
Safety data
Flash point ca. 95 癈
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
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Ignition temperature > 450 癈
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
Upper explosion limit 7.00 %(V)
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
Lower explosion limit 0.8 %(V)
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
Vapour pressure 0.3 hPa at 20 癈
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
Relative vapour density 1.00
The data refers to naphtha solvent (petroleum).
Density 1.05 g/l at 20 癈
Water solubility Miscible
Partition coefficient (n- log Pow: 4.2
octanol/water) The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Partition coefficient (n- log Pow: 3.9
octanol/water) The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Partition coefficient (n- log Pow: 5.2
octanol/water) The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
Other information Combustible liquid
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid None
Hazardous reactions No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to
prescribed instructions.
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute oral toxicity LD50 (rat) > 2,000 mg/kg
Acute dermal toxicity LD50 (rat) > 2,000 mg/kg
Skin irritation Irritating to skin. (rabbit)
Eye irritation Irritating to eyes. (rabbit)
Sensitization sensitizing
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Further information
When inhaled in larger quantities, the solvent vapours cause a narcotic effect.
Information given is based on data on the components and the toxicology of similar products
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity effects
Toxicity to fish LC50 (Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)) > 0.1088 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Toxicity to fish LC50 (Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill sunfisch)) 0.21 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Toxicity to fish LC50 (Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)) 0.31 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Toxicity to fish LC50 (Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)) > 76 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Daphnia) > 0.24 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna)) 60 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna)) > 100 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
Toxicity to algae EC50 (Scenedesmus subspicatus) 0.00025 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Toxicity to algae EC50 (Navicula pelliculosa (diatom algae)) 12.55 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
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Toxicity to algae EC50 (Scenedesmus subspicatus) 0.53 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Bobwhite quail) > 2,150 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Mallard duck) > 4,000 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient diflufenican.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Bobwhite quail) 1,455 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Mallard duck) > 2,000 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Clodinafop-
propargyl.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Bobwhite quail) > 2,000 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
Toxicity to other organisms LD50 (Mallard duck) > 2,000 mg/kg
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient Cloquintocet-
mexyl.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
In accordance with current regulations may be taken to waste disposal site or incineration plant,
after consultation with site operator and/or with the responsible authority
Can be landfilled or incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations.
Advice may be obtained from the local waste regulation authority (part of the Environment
Agency in the UK).
Contaminated packaging
Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of as product waste.
Empty containers can be landfilled after cleaning, when in compliance with the Environmental
Protection (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991.
Waste key for the unused product
020108 agrochemical waste containing dangerous substances
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID/ADNR
UN-No 3082
Labels 9
Packaging group III
Hazard no. 90
Description of the goods UN 3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE,
LIQUID, N.O.S.
(CLODINAFOP-PROPARGYL SOLUTION)
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IMDG
UN-No 3082
Class 9
Packaging group III
Marine pollutant Marine pollutant
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,
N.O.S.
(CLODINAFOP-PROPARGYL SOLUTION )
IATA
UN-No 3082
Class 9
Packaging group III
Description of the goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,
N.O.S.
(CLODINAFOP-PROPARGYL SOLUTION )
CDG CPL
UN-No 3082
Class 9
Packaging group III
Hazard identification number 90
Emergency action code 2X
Proper shipping name ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID,
N.O.S. (CLODINAFOP-PROPARGYL)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product has been classified in accordance with The Chemicals (Hazard Information and
Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002: CHIP 3.
Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:
?Diflufenican
?Clodinafop-propargyl
?Cloquintocet-mexyl
?Solvent naphtha (petroleum), heavy arom.
Symbol(s)
Xn Harmful
N Dangerous for the environment
R-phrase(s)
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
S-phrase(s)
S24 Avoid contact with the skin.
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
S37 Wear suitable gloves.
S57 Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and
show this container or label.
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Exceptional labelling of special preparations
Restricted to professional users.
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Further information
WHO-classification: III (Slightly hazardous)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R10 Flammable.
R21 Harmful in contact with skin.
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the
aquatic environment.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
R66 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking.
R67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
The above information is intended to give general health and safety guidance on the storage and
transport of the product.
It is not intended to apply to the use of the product for which purposes the product label and any
appropriate technical usage literature available should be consulted and any relevant licenses,
consents or approvals complied with.
The requirements or recommendations of any relevant site or working procedure, system or policy in
force or arising from any risk assessment involving the substance or product should take precedence
over any of the guidance contained in this safety data sheet where there is a difference in the
information given.
The information provided in this safety data sheet is accurate at the date of publication and will be
updated as and when appropriate.
No liability will be accepted for any injury, loss or damage resulting from any failure to take account
of information or advice contained in this safety data sheet.
Changes since the last version will be highlighted in the margin. This version replaces all previous
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