OSMOSE BORACOL 100 RH FUNGICIDE
PRODUCT NAME
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIER
Supplier Name OSMOSE (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD
Address Cafpirco Road, Mount Gambier, SA, AUSTRALIA, 5290
Telephone (08) 8723 1399
Fax (08) 8732 0010
Emergency 1800 088 809
Email customerservices@osmose.com.au
Web Site http://www.osmose.com.au
Synonym(s) 100 RH BORACOL ?BORACOL 100 RH ?OSMOSE BORACOL 100 RH
Use(s) ALGAE CONTROL ?FUNGICIDE ?INSECTICIDE
MSDS Date 24 September 2007
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CLASSIFIED AS HAZARDOUS ACCORDING TO NOHSC CRITERIA
RISK PHRASES
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
SAFETY PHRASES
S2 Keep out of reach of children.
NOT CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
UN No. None Allocated DG Class None Allocated Subsidiary Risk(s) None Allocated
Pkg Group None Allocated Hazchem Code None Allocated EPG None Allocated
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Formula CAS No. Content
ETHYLENE GLYCOL C2-H6-O2 107-21-1 10-30%
DISODIUM OCTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE B8-Na2-O13.4H2O 12008-41-2 10-30%
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE Not Available 8001-54-5 1-10%
WATER H2O 7732-18-5 Not Available
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Flush gently with running water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation Leave area of exposure. If symptoms develop, seek urgent medical attention. If assisting a person exposed, wear
a Type A (Organic vapour) respirator (or Air-line respirator in poorly ventilated areas). If person is not breathing,
apply artificial respiration and seek urgent medical attention.
Skin Remove contaminated clothing and gently flush affected areas with water. Seek medical attention if irritation
develops. Launder clothing before reuse.
Ingestion For advice, contact a Poison Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Australia Wide) or a doctor.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Flammability Non flammable. May evolve toxic gases (carbon/ nitrogen oxides, ammonia, chlorides, hydrocarbons) when
heated to decomposition. Autoignition temperature: > 400 C.
Fire and Non flammable. Evacuate area and contact emergency services. Remain upwind and notify those downwind of
hazard. Wear full protective equipment including Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when combating
Explosion
fire. Use waterfog to cool intact containers and nearby storage areas.
Extinguishing Non flammable. Prevent contamination of drains or waterways, absorb runoff with sand or similar.
Hazchem Code None Allocated
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Spillage If spilt (bulk), contact emergency services where appropriate. Wear splash-proof goggles, butyl (first choice) or
rubber/neoprene gloves, a Type A (Organic vapour) respirator, coveralls and boots. Ventilate and clear area of all
unprotected personnel. Prevent spill entering drains or waterways. Absorb spill with sand or similar, collect and
place in sealable containers for disposal.
7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage Store tightly sealed in cool, dry, well ventilated area, removed from oxidising agents, acids, alkalis, direct sunlight,
heat or ignition sources and foodstuffs. Ensure containers are adequately labelled, protected from physical
damage and sealed when not in use. Check regularly for leaks or spills. Large storage areas should be bunded
and have appropriate fire protection and ventilation systems. Store between 0 and 30 C.
Handling Before use carefully read the product label. Use of safe work practices are recommended to avoid eye or skin
contact and inhalation. Observe good personal hygiene, including washing hands before eating. Prohibit eating,
drinking and smoking in contaminated areas.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure TWA STEL
Ingredient Reference
Standards ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
Ethylene glycol (vapour) NOHSC (AUS) 20 52 40 104
Biological Limit No biological limit allocated.
Values
Engineering Use with adequate natural ventilation. Open windows and doors where possible. In poorly ventilated areas,
Controls mechanical extraction ventilation is recommended.
PPE Wear splash-proof goggles and neoprene or butyl or rubber gloves. Where heavy skin contamination is likely,
wear coveralls or protective clothing. Where an inhalation risk exists, wear a Type A (Organic vapour) respirator.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID Solubility (water) SOLUBLE
Odour SWEET ODOUR Specific Gravity 1.089
pH NOT AVAILABLE % Volatiles NOT AVAILABLE
Vapour Pressure 2.39 kPa @ 20癈 Flammability NON FLAMMABLE
Vapour Density NOT AVAILABLE Flash Point NOT RELEVANT
Boiling Point > 100癈 Upper Explosion Limit NOT AVAILABLE
Melting Point NOT AVAILABLE Lower Explosion Limit NOT RELEVANT
Evaporation Rate NOT AVAILABLE Autoignition Temperature NOT AVAILABLE
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Material to Avoid Incompatible with oxidising agents (eg. hypochlorites, peroxides), acids (eg. sulphuric acid), alkalis (eg.
hydroxides), heat and ignition sources.
Decomposition May evolve toxic gases (carbon/ nitrogen oxides, ammonia, chlorides, hydrocarbons) when heated to
decomposition.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Health Hazard Moderate toxicity. Product has the potential to cause acute and chronic health effects with over exposure. Avoid
direct eye or skin contact and vapour or mist inhalation. The low vapour pressure reduces the inhalation hazard.
Summary
Chronic over exposure to ethylene glycol may result in kidney and/or central nervous system damage. Potential
sensitising agent.
Eye Irritant. Exposure may result in lacrimation, irritation, pain, redness, conjunctivitis and possible corneal burns with
prolonged contact.
Inhalation Low irritant. Over exposure to vapours/mists may result in respiratory irritation, nausea, and headache.
Occupational exposure to quaternary ammonium compounds has been reported to cause asthma, although rare.
Due to the low vapour pressure, an inhalation hazard is not anticipated, unless sprayed.
Skin Irritant. Prolonged contact may result in irritation, redness, rash, dermatitis and sensitisation. Toxic effects may
result from skin absorption.
Ingestion Moderate toxicity. Ingestion may result in CNS depression with symptoms resembling drunkenness,
gastrointestinal effects, nausea, vomiting. Chronic exposure or large doses may result in circulatory and
respiratory collapse, liver and kidney damage, unconsciousness and convulsions.
Toxicity Data ETHYLENE GLYCOL (107-21-1)
LC50 (Inhalation): 10 876 mg/kg (rat)
LD50 (Ingestion): 1650 mg/kg (cat)
LD50 (Skin): 9530 ug/kg (rabbit)
DISODIUM OCTABORATE TETRAHYDRATE (12008-41-2)
LD50 (Ingestion): 2 g/kg (rat)
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE (8001-54-5)
LD50 (Ingestion): 240 mg/kg (rat)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Environment Limited ecotoxicity data was available for this product at the time this report was prepared. Ensure appropriate
measures are taken to prevent this product from entering the environment.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal For small amounts, absorb with sand, vermiculite or similar and dispose of to an approved landfill site. For larger
amounts, contact the manufacturer for additional information. Prevent contamination of drains or waterways as
aquatic life may be threatened and environmental damage may result.
Legislation Dispose of in accordance with relevant local legislation.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
NOT CLASSIFIED AS A DANGEROUS GOOD BY THE CRITERIA OF THE ADG CODE
Shipping Name None Allocated
UN No. None Allocated DG Class None Allocated Subsidiary Risk(s) None Allocated
Pkg Group None Allocated Hazchem Code None Allocated EPG None Allocated
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Poison Schedule Classified as a Schedule 5 (S5) Poison using the criteria in the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Drugs and
Poisons (SUSDP).
AICS All chemicals listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS).
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Additional RESPIRATORS: In general the use of respirators should be limited and engineering controls employed to avoid
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Information exposure. If respiratory equipment must be worn ensure correct respirator selection and training is undertaken.
Remember that some respirators may be extremely uncomfortable when used for long periods. The use of air
powered or air supplied respirators should be considered where prolonged or repeated use is necessary.
ABBREVIATIONS:
ADB - Air-Dry Basis.
CAS# - Chemical Abstract Service number - used to uniquely identify chemical compounds.
CNS - Central Nervous System.
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer.
M - moles per litre, a unit of concentration.
mg/m3 - Milligrams per cubic metre.
NOS - Not Otherwise Specified.
pH - relates to hydrogen ion concentration using a scale of 0 (high acidic) to 14 (highly alkaline).
ppm - Parts Per Million.
TWA/ES - Time Weighted Average or Exposure Standard.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT GUIDELINES:
The recommendation for protective equipment contained within this Chem Alert report is provided as a guide only.
Factors such as method of application, working environment, quantity used, product concentration and the
availability of engineering controls should be considered before final selection of personal protective equipment is
made.
HEALTH EFFECTS FROM EXPOSURE:
It should be noted that the effects from exposure to this product will depend on several factors including: frequency
and duration of use; quantity used; effectiveness of control measures; protective equipment used and method of
application. Given that it is impractical to prepare a Chem Alert report which would encompass all possible
scenarios, it is anticipated that users will assess the risks and apply control methods where appropriate.
Report Status This document has been compiled by RMT on behalf of the manufacturer of the product and serves as the
manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet ('MSDS').
It is based on information concerning the product which has been provided to RMT by the manufacturer or
obtained from third party sources and is believed to represent the current state of knowledge as to the appropriate
safety and handling precautions for the product at the time of issue. Further clarification regarding any aspect of
the product should be obtained directly from the manufacturer.
While RMT has taken all due care to include accurate and up-to-date information in this MSDS, it does not provide
any warranty as to accuracy or completeness. As far as lawfully possible, RMT accepts no liability for any loss,
injury or damage (including consequential loss) which may be suffered or incurred by any person as a
consequence of their reliance on the information contained in this MSDS.
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Western Australia 6005
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MSDS Date: 24 September 2007
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