Bayer CropScience
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product information
Trade name BASTA
Product code (UVP) 06470025
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
Soluble concentrate (SL)
contains Glufosinate-ammonium 150 g/l
Hazardous components
Chemical Name CAS-No. / Symbol(s) R-phrase(s) Concentration [%]
EINECS-No.
Glufosinate ammonium 77182-82-2 Xn R22 13.50
278-636-5
Alkylethersulfate, sodium salt 68891-38-3 Xi R38, R41 >= 50.00 - <= 70.00
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 R10 >= 5.00 - <= 20.00
203-539-1
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk advice to man and the environment
Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Keep patient warm and at rest. If symptoms persist, call a physician. Move to fresh air.
Skin contact
Take off contaminated clothing and shoes immediately. Wash off immediately with soap and
plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
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Eye contact
In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Keep at rest. Call a physician or poison control center
immediately.
Notes to Physician
Symptoms
hyperthermia, dyspnoea, gastrointestinal discomfort, tachycardia, respiratory disorder, spasm,
daze, Symptoms may be delayed.
Treatment
In the event of a mouthful or more being ingested, keep under medical supervision for at least
48 hours.
Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive.
Elimination by dialysis (forced alkaline diuresis) or haemoperfusion
Monitoring of respiratory, cardiac and central nervous system.
EEG - monitoring (Electroencephalogram).
Monitor fluid balance.
Endotracheal intubation should be done and gastric lavage performed, followed by
administration of Charcoal and Sodium Sulphate.
Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary.
Therapeutical: Phenobarbital-Sodium, 1 mg/kg intra-muscular or subcutaneously till maximum 5
mg/kg daily; when necessary, 10 mg Diazepam slowly intravenously.
There is no specific antidote.
Contraindication: atropine.
Recovery: spontaneous.
Symptoms of poisoning may not appear for several hours. Keep under medical supervision for
at least 48 hours.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
water spray
foam
carbon dioxide (CO2)
dry powder
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
high volume water jet
Specific hazards during fire fighting
In the event of fire the following can be released:
carbon monoxide (CO)
nitrogen oxides (NOx)
phosphorus oxides (e.g. phosphorus pentoxide)
Sulphur oxides
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
Wear full protective suit.
In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information
Remove product from areas of fire, or otherwise cool containers with water in order to avoid
pressure being built up due to heat.
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Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into
drains.
Whenever possible, contain fire-fighting water by diking area with sand or earth.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Evacuate personnel to safe areas.
Use personal protective equipment.
Remove all sources of ignition.
Environmental Precautions
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, diatomaceous earth or a proprietary absorbent
material).
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Additional Advice
Information regarding safe handling, see section 7.
Information regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.
Information regarding waste disposal, see section 13.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Advice on safe handling
Provide suitable exhaust ventilation at processing machines.
Advice on protection against fire and explosion
The product is flammable.
The product is neither self-ignitable, nor forms an explosion hazard, nor does it promote fires.
Storage
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Store in original container.
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Keep away from direct sunlight.
Protect against frost.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Storage stability
Storage period > 24 Months
Storage temperature 20 - 30 癈
Other data Storage temperature should ideally lie between 0 and 30 癈,
however, storage for two weeks at 54 癈 has shown no adverse
effects regarding product safety or stability.
Suitable materials
Coextruded containers with an internal barrier layer made of ethylene vinyl alcohol copolymer
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Coextruded containers with an internal barrier layer made of polyamide (PA).
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Refer to COSHH assessment (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (Amendment)
Regulations 2004). Engineering controls should be used in preference to personal
protective equipment wherever practicable. Refer also to COSHH Essentials.
Components with workplace control parameters
Components CAS-No. Control parameters Update Basis
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 375 mg/m3 / 100 ppm 2005 EH40 WEL
(TWA)
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 560 mg/m3 / 150 ppm 2005 EH40 WEL
(STEL)
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 375 mg/m3 / 100 ppm 05 2003 EU ELV
(TWA)
1-Methoxy-2-propanol 107-98-2 568 mg/m3 / 150 ppm 05 2003 EU ELV
(STEL)
Engineering measures
See section 7; no measures exceeding those mentioned are necessary.
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory Protection No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required.
Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of
short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have
been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or
local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's
instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.
Hand Protection Wear CE Marked (or equivalent) nitrile rubber gloves (minimum
thickness 0,40 mm). Wash when contaminated. Dispose of when
contaminated inside, when perforated or when contamination
outside cannot be removed. Wash hands always before eating,
drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
Eye protection Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of Use 5 or equivalent).
Skin and body protection Wear standard coverall and Type 6 suit.
Wear two layers of clothing wherever possible. Polyester/cotton or
cotton overalls should be worn under chemical protection suit and
should be professionally laundered frequently.
Hygiene measures
Remove soiled clothing immediately.
Wash hands and face before breaks and immediately after handling the product.
Store work clothing separately.
When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
Protective measures
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form liquid
Colour blue to blue green
Odour weakly pungent
Safety data
pH 6.8 - 7.8 at 100 % (23 癈)
Boiling point/ range ca. 99 癈 at 1,013 hPa
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Flash Point ca. 57 癈
The product does not sustain combustion.
Ignition temperature ca. 455 癈
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Autoignition Temperature ca. 405 癈
Density ca. 1.110 g/cm?at 20 癈
Surface tension ca. 29 mN/m at 40 癈
Impact Sensitivity not impact-sensitive
Explosivity Not explosive
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid None.
Thermal decomposition > 200 癈 , Heating rate: 10 K/min
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Hazardous Reactions Evolution of ammonia under influence of alkaline substances.
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Toxicity LD50 (rat) 1,730 mg/kg
Acute Inhalation Toxicity LC50 (rat) 2.97 mg/l
Exposure time: 4 h
The acute inhalational toxicity (LC50) was determined in the form of
a respirable aerosol.
During intended and foreseen applications, no respirable aerosol is
formed.
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Acute Dermal Toxicity LD50 (rat) 593 mg/kg
Skin Irritation Slight irritant effect - does not require labelling. (rabbit)
Eye Irritation Risk of serious damage to eyes. (rabbit)
Sensitization Non-sensitizing. (guinea pig)
OECD Test Guideline 406, Buehler test
Further information
The toxicological data refer to a similar formulation.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Elimination information (persistence and degradability)
Biodegradability The single components are biological degradable.
Ecotoxicity effects
Toxicity to Fish LC50 (Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout)) 13.4 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna)) 17.8 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Toxicity to algae EC50 (Selenastrum capricornutum) 71.3 mg/l
Exposure time: 72 h
Test conducted with a similar formulation.
Toxicity to bacteria EC50 (Activated sludge) > 1,000 mg/l
Exposure time: 3 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient glufosinate-
ammonium.
Further information on ecology
Additional ecological information
Non-hazardous for bees.
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.
Advice may be obtained from the local waste regulation authority (part of the Environment
Agency in the UK).
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Contaminated packaging
Small containers (< 10 l or < 10 kg) should be rinsed thoroughly using an integrated pressure
rinsing device, or, by manually rinsing three times.
Add washings to sprayer at time of filling.
Dispose of empty and cleaned packaging safely.
Large containers (> 25 l or > 25 kg) should not be rinsed or re-used for any other purpose.
Return large containers to supplier.
Follow advice on product label and/or leaflet.
Waste key for the unused product
020108 agrochemical waste containing dangerous substances
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR/RID/ADNR
UN-No 2902
Labels 6.1
Packaging group III
Hazard no. 60
Description of the goods UN 2902 PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
(GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM SOLUTION)
IMDG
UN-No 2902
Class 6.1
Packaging group III
EmS F-A , S-A
Description of the goods PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
(GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM SOLUTION )
IATA
UN-No 2902
Class 6.1
Packaging group III
Description of the goods PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
(GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM SOLUTION )
UK 'Carriage' Regulations
UN-No 2902
Labels 6.1
Packaging group III
Hazard no. 60
Emergency action code 2X
Description of the goods UN 2902 PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
(GLUFOSINATE-AMMONIUM SOLUTION)
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product has been classified in accordance with The Chemicals (Hazard Information and
Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002: CHIP 3 and any subsequent amendments.
Classification:
Hazard warning labelling compulsory
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Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:
?Glufosinate ammonium
Symbol(s)
Xn Harmful
R-phrase(s)
R21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S-phrase(s)
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
CLASSIFICATION ACCORDING TO SPECIFIC UK REGULATIONS:
The labelling information below is that which has been approved under 'The Control of Pesticides
Regulations 1986' and/or 'Part III of the Food and Environment Protection Act 1985' and/or 'Plant
Protection Product Regulations 1999' and any subsequent amendments and may differ from that
indicated by any toxicological and/or other testing otherwise indicated in this 'Safety Data Sheet'.
Symbol(s)
Xn Harmful
R-phrase(s)
R21/22 Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S-phrase(s)
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and
seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Exceptional labelling
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Further information
WHO-classification: II (Moderately hazardous)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R10 Flammable.
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.
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
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