MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION I. MANUFACTURER SECTION II.
HERCON ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
PO BOX 435 ABERDEEN RD IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
EMIGSVILLE PA 17318 HEALTH = 1
FLAMMABILITY = 0
For information or in an emergency REACTIVITY = 0
call (717) 764-1192
SECTION III. PRODUCT INFORMATION
PRODUCT NAME: Hercon Japanese Beetle Foodlure
CHEMICAL NAME of active ingredient: Phenethyl ester of propiniol acid, 4-allyl-2-methoxyphenol,
and (E)-3,7-dimethyl-2.6-octadien-1-ol
SYNONYMS: PEP, Eugenol, and Geraniol
C.A.S. NUMBERS: 37262-61-6, 97-53-0, 106-24-1
FORMULA: C11H11O2, C10H12O2, C10H18O
PRODUCT FORM: Laminated polymeric dispensers
SECTION IV. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
SPECIFIC GRAVITY/25oC:
BULK DENSITY: NA NA
MELTING POINT 300OF: NA BOILING POINT: NA
FREEZING POINT: NA VISCOSITY: NA
PERCENT VOLATILE by volume: Not determined pH: NA
ODOR DESCRIPTION: Moderate spicy VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1): NA
VAPOR PRESSURE (20oC mm HG): Not determined SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Practically insoluble
SECTION V. PRODUCT HAZARD INFORMATION
PERCENT HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS IN PRODUCT: None
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS: Not established
HEALTH/TOXICITY INFORMATION: No significant toxicity expected.
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: None reported.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
EYES: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes.
SKIN: Wash with soap and water. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove from exposure. If breathing is labored, give oxygen.
INGESTION: If ingested, induce vomiting. Get medical attention.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Treat symptomatically. No specific information found.
SECTION VI. FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION
FLASH POINT: NA
FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, foam
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If involved in fire, use air-supplied equipment. Do not inhale fumes.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
SECTION VII. REACTIVITY INFORMATION
PRODUCT STABILITY: Unstable _______________ Stable _______X________
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May Occur ______________ May Not Occur _____X_______
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None specified
MATERIAL TO AVOID: Strong oxidizing agents
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: On combustion, the polymeric dispenser may produce, CO, CO2, HCL, and CL2.
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Product Name: Hercon Japanese Beetle Foodlure
SECTION VIII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Place unpouched strips in tightly sealed containers. Keep out of
water sources and sewers.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Incinerate or otherwise manage at RCRA permitted waste management facility. Do not reuse empty
containers. Check state and local authorities for other options.
SECTION IX. PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Usually none required
EYE PROTECTION: Usually none required
VENTILATION: Good general ventilation
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: None required but vinyl, latex, or rubber gloves recommended for continuous handling.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: None under normal usage.
NOTE: Personal protection information described above is based upon general information as to normal uses and conditions. Where
special or unusual uses or conditions exist, it is suggested that the expert assistance of an industrial hygienist or other qualified
professional be sought.
SECTION X. HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store in sealed pouches in a cool dry area away from
excessive heat and open flame. To maintain product integrity, protect from high temperatures. Keep container sealed. Launder
contaminated clothing before use. Wear protective equipment described above if exposure conditions warrant. Do not allow to
contaminate water sources, food, or feed.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONARY CONDITIONS: None
SECTION XI. TRANSPORTATION
DOT LABEL: None required; non-hazardous material.
SECTION XII. DISCLAIMER
It is the user's responsibility to determine the suitability of this information for the adoption of necessary safety precautions. We
reserve the right to revise material safety data sheets periodically as new merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose of any other
nature are made hereunder with respect to the information contained herein, or the chemical to which the information refers. Hercon
Environmental assumes no responsibility for any damages, losses, injuries, or consequential damages which may result from the use
or misuse of this product and the recipient assumes all such risks.
MSDS Number: _______7035, 7036_____ DATE ISSUED: ___17 Sept. 1986 (LZ)________
By: _____Priscilla MacLean____________ DATE REVISED: __October 11, 1993___________