MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Hacco, Inc. In Case of Emergency, Call:
110 Hopkins Drive 1-800-498-5743 (U.S. Medical Emergency)
Randolph, WI 53956 1-651-523-0318 (International, Medical Emergency)
1-800-424-9300 (U.S. CHEMTREC)
(920) 326-2461
1-703-527-3887 (International, CHEMTREC)
(Regulatory Office)
(920) 326-5141 (collect calls will be accepted on all lines)
(Manufacturing Location)
1. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
BioSentry?FarmFluid STM Disinfectant
Product Name:
EPA Signal Word: DANGER
Chemical Name: Cresol Compound
Chemical Class: Disinfectant
Registration Number: Section(s) Revised: New Issue
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
OSHA ACGIH NTP/IARC/OSHA Concentration
Material Other
PEL TLV Carcinogen %
Tar Acids,
polyalkylphenol fraction Not Established Not Established Not Established No 30 ?45 %
(CAS No. 84989-05-9)
10 ppm, 25 mg/m3 (TWA)
(EH40 OES)
10 ppm, 25 mg/m3 10 ppm, 25 mg/m3 15 ppm, 37 mg/m3 (STEL)
Acetic Acid
No 20 ?30 %
(CAS No. 64-19-7) (8-hr TWA) (8-hr TWA) (EH40 OES)
10 ppm, 25 mg/m3 (TWA) (EU
ELV)
Benzenesulfonic Acid,
mono-C10-14-alkyl derivs. Not Established Not Established Not Established No 20 ?30 %
(CAS No. 85117-49-3)
5 ppm, 22 mg/m3 5 ppm, 22 mg/m3
p-Cresol
Not Established No 1?%
(CAS No. 106-44-5) (8-hr TWA) (8-hr TWA)
5 ppm, 22 mg/m3 5 ppm, 22 mg/m3 3
m-Cresol 5 ppm, 22 mg/m (TWA) (EU
No 1?%
(CAS No. 108-39-4) (8-hr TWA) (8-hr TWA) ELV)
3
5 ppm, 22 mg/m (TWA)
5 ppm, 22 mg/m3 5 ppm, 22 mg/m3
o-Cresol Skin Designation: Can be absorbed
No 0?%
through the skin. (EH40 OES)
(CAS No. 95-48-7) (8-hr TWA) (8-hr TWA)
5 ppm, 22 mg/m3 (TWA) (EU ELV)
2,4-Xylenol
Not Established Not Established Not Established No 0?%
(CAS No. 105-67-9)
2,5-Xylenol
Not Established Not Established Not Established No 0?%
(CAS No. 95-87-4)
Skin Designation: Can be absorbed
through the skin. (EH40 OES)
Phenol 2 ppm, Skin Designation: Can be
Not Established Not Established No 0?%
absorbed through the skin. (EH40
(CAS No. 108-95-2)
MEL)
2 ppm, 7,8 mg/m3 (EU ELV)
Ingredients not precisely identified are proprietary or non-hazardous. Values are not product specifications.
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Health Effects
Eyes: This product is toxic and may cause headache, nausea or burn. Danger of serious damage to health by
prolonged exposure.
Skin: This product is toxic and will cause burns. Danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure.
Inhalation: This product is toxic and may cause headache, nausea or burn. Danger of serious damage to health by
prolonged exposure.
Ingestion: This product is toxic and may cause headache, nausea or burn. Danger of serious damage to health by
prolonged exposure.
Physical Properties
Appearance: Clear, dark brown liquid.
Odor: Acidic.
Unusual Fire, Explosion, and Reactivity Hazards
None known.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Have the product container, label, or Material Safety Data Sheet with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or
going for treatment. FOR A MEDICAL EMERGENCY INVOLVING THIS PRODUCT CALL 1-800-498-5743 (U.S
Medical Emergencies) or 1-651-523-0318 (International Medical Emergencies, Collect Calls will be accepted).
Ingestion: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Do not induce vomiting. Rinse
mouth with water. If possible drink milk afterwards. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Eye Contact: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present,
after 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment
advice.
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing immediately. Thoroughly swab with a 70:30 mixture of glycerol:methylated
spirits. Wash off immediately with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Call a poison
control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, and then give artificial
respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if possible. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a poison
control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice.
Notes to Physician
Symptoms: headache, nausea, burn.
Medical Condition Likely to be Aggravated by Exposure
None known.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosion
Flash Point (Test Method): 58?C
Flammable Limits (% in Air): Lower: % Not Applicable Upper: % Not Applicable
Autoignition Temperature: Not Available
Flammability: Not Flammable
Extinguishing Media: Fog or Water Spray, Foam, Dry Chemical
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hazardous gases/vapors produced are sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.
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Unusual Fire, Explosion, and Reactivity Hazards
None known.
In Case of Fire
Evacuate personnel to a safe area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
In Case of Spill or Leak
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment during cleanup. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Small Spills: Prevent material from entering sewers, waterways, or low areas.
Large Spills: Absorb into inert material (sawdust, sand, silica gel, acid binder, or universal binder) and place
in plastic or plastic-lined containers for proper disposal. Flush away traces with water.
Do not discharge effluent containing this product into lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters unless in
accordance with the requirements of a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit and the
permitting authority has been notified in writing prior to discharge. Do not discharge effluent containing this product to
sewer systems without previously notifying the local sewage treatment plant authority. For guidance, contact your State
Water Board or Regional Office of the EPA.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Store the material in original container, in a secure area out of reach of children and domestic animals. Keep container
tightly closed and in a dry, cool place out of direct sunlight. Protect from contamination. Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, or clothing. Do not store food, beverages or tobacco products in the storage area. Prevent eating, drinking,
tobacco use, and cosmetic application in areas where there is a potential for exposure to the material. Wash thoroughly with
soap and water after handling.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ARE INTENDED
FOR THE MANUFACTURE, FORMULATION, PACKAGING, AND USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
FOR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS AND/OR ON-FARM APPLICATIONS CONSULT THE PRODUCT LABEL.
Ingestion: Prevent eating, drinking, tobacco usage and cosmetic application in areas where there is a potential for
exposure to the material. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Eye Contact: Wear chemical splash goggles and a face shield.
Skin Contact: Wear impervious clothing and a chemical-resistant apron.
Inhalation: Use only in area with appropriate exhaust ventilation. Wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved pesticide respirator
with an organic vapor cartridge and pesticide pre-filter.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear, dark brown liquid
Odor: Acidic
Boiling Point: Not Available
Specific Gravity: 1.05 g/mL
Bulk Density: 8.72 ?8.80 lbs/gal
pH: 2.0-2.4
Solubility in H20: Emulsifiable
Vapor Pressure: Not Established
Percent Volatile: Not Available
Evaporation Rate: Not Available
Note: The physical data presented here are typical values based on material tested, but may vary from sample to sample.
Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or as specification items.
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10. STABILTY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid heat and exposure to sunlight.
Materials to Avoid: Incompatible with strong bases, oxidizing agents, hypochlorite and sodium
hydroxide.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hazardous gases/vapors produced are sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and
carbon dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Toxicity/Irritation Studies
Ingestion: Acute Toxicity
Oral (LD50 Rat) : 317 mg/kg (Phenol)
Dermal: Acute Dermal Effects
Dermal (LD50 Rat) : 850 mg/kg (Phenol)
Inhalation: Acute Inhalation Effects
Inhalation (LC50 Rat, 1hr) : 0.316 mg/L (Phenol)
Eye Contact: Corrosive.
Skin Contact: Corrosive.
Skin Sensitization: Not a skin sensitizer (corrosive).
Carcinogenicity
None of the components present in this material at concentrations equal to or greater than 0.1% are listed by IARC, NTP,
OSHA or ACGIH as a carcinogen.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This product is toxic to aquatic organisms and may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Do not
discharge effluent containing this product directly to water. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment wash
water.
Eco-Acute Toxicity
Daphnia Magna, 48-hour EC50: 35 mg/L
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Container Disposal
Plastic Containers: Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in
a sanitary landfill, or incineration, or, if allowed by state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.
For containers 1 gallon or less: Do not reuse empty container (bottle, can, bucket). Wrap container and put in trash.
Pesticide Disposal
Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal facility.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification (for container sizes 20 ?200 liter)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
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DOT Classification (for container sizes 4x1 gallon)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
IMDG Classification (for container sizes 20 ?200 liter)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
IMDG Classification (for container sizes 4x1 gallon)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
IATA Classification (for container sizes 20 ?200 liter & 4x1 gallon)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
Canadian Classification (for container sizes 20 ?200 liter)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
Canadian Classification (for container sizes 4x1 gallon)
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Tar Acids, Polyalkylphenol Fraction)
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
Label: 8, 6.1
Special Instructions: Not Applicable
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
EPA SARA Title III Hazard Classification
Immediate Y Fire N Sudden Release of Pressure N
Delayed N Reactive N
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals
Not Listed
California Proposition 65
Not Listed
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CERCLA/SARA 302 Reportable Quantity (RQ)
Not Listed
RCRA Hazardous Waste Classification (40 CFR 261)
Not Listed
16. OTHER INFORMATION
NFPA Hazard Ratings HMIS Hazard Ratings 0 - Minimal
Health: 2 Health: 2 1 - Slight
Flammability: 1 Flammability: 1 2 - Moderate
Instability: 0 Reactivity: 0 3 - Serious
4 - Extreme
For Non-Emergency Questions About This Product Call:
1-800-621-8829
Neogen Corporation
Lexington, KY
www.Hacco.com
February 10th, 2009
Original Issue Date:
Revision Date: Not Applicable
Replaces: Not Applicable
BioSentry?is a Registered Trademark of Neogen Corporation.
FarmFluid STM is a Trademark of Neogen Corporation.
ALTHOUGH THE INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS SET FORTH HEREIN (HEREINAFTER "INFORMATION") ARE PRESENTED IN
GOOD FAITH AND BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS
AS TO THE COMPLETENESS OR ACCURACY THEREOF. INFORMATION IS SUPPLIED UPON THE CONDITION THAT THE PERSONS
RECEIVING IT WILL MAKE THEIR OWN DETERMINATION AS TO ITS SUITABILITY FOR THEIR PURPOSES PRIOR TO USE.
THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS INFORMATION SHEET IS FURNISHED "AS IS" BY HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE
SELLER, AND IS SUBJECT ONLY TO THE WARRANTIES, IF ANY, THAT APPEAR ON THE PRODUCT'S LABEL OR ARE OTHERWISE
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED ON THE PRODUCT'S LABEL OR OTHERWISE PROVIDED HEREIN, NO WARRANTIES,
GUARANTEES, OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OR BY USAGE OF TRADE, STATUTORY OR
OTHERWISE, ARE MADE BY HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER WITH REGARD TO THE PRODUCT OR USE OF THE
PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, USE OR ELIGIBILITY OF
THE PRODUCT FOR ANY PARTICULAR TRADE USAGE.
EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN, HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF
RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED BY USE OF THE PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS INFORMATION. BUYER'S OR USER'S EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY, AND THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO DAMAGES NOT
EXCEEDING THE COST OF THE PRODUCT. NO AGENT OR EMPLOYEE OF HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER IS
AUTHORIZED TO AMEND THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY DISCLAIMER OR THE PRODUCT'S LABEL OR TO MAKE A
REPRESENTATION OR RECOMMENDATION DIFFERENT FROM OR INCONSISTENT WITH THE LABEL OF THIS PRODUCT.
IN NO EVENT SHALL HACCO, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OR THE SELLER BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INDIRECT
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE, HANDLING, APPLICATION, STORAGE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT OR FOR DAMAGES
IN THE NATURE OF PENALTIES AND THE BUYER AND USER WAIVE ANY RIGHT THEY MAY HAVE TO SUCH DAMAGES.
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