MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
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EPA Reg. No. 228-366-54705
Common Name: Liquid herbicide.
Chemical Description: Glyphosate, N-(phosphonomethyl) glycine, in the form of its isopropylamine
salt.
TSCA/CAS No.: This product is a mixture -- there is no specific CAS No.
Manufactured For
Lawn & Garden Products, Inc.
P. O. Box 35000
Fresno, CA 93745-5000
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Telephone: DAYS: (559) 499-2100 EVES.: (559) 435-2163
CHEMTREC (24-Hour Emergency Number): (800) 424-9300
EPA National Response Center: (800) 424-8802
SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CAS NO. % TLV OR PEL RQ (lbs)
Glyphosate, N-(phosphonomethyl) glycine, 38641-94-0 41.0 N.E* N.P.*
in the form of its isopropylamine salt (as the salt)
1071-83-6
(for glyphosate acid)
* N.E. ?Not Established.
* N.P. ?Not Pertinent.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Clear, viscous greenish/yellow solution with no odor. Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if
swallowed or inhaled. Not D.O.T. regulated.
HEALTH: 1 REACTIVITY: 0 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 0
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
Ingestion: This product will cause gastrointestinal tract irritation. Immediately dilute by swallowing
water or milk. Get medical attention. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person.
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-
mouth and get medical attention.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: None.
Test Method: Not available.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not determined.
Flammability Classification: Nonflammable.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: CO2, CO, NOx
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: Not known.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: Not known.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Water, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or
alcohol foam.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus and goggles. Avoid
inhalation of vapors and fumes. Contain any
liquid runoff.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Collect liquid or absorb onto absorbent material and package for proper disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store in original container in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place at temperatures
above 0oF (-12篊) to keep product from crystallizing. Crystals will settle to the
bottom. If allowed to crystallize, place in a warm room 68篎 (20篊) for several
days to redissolve and shake or roll to mix well before using. Product is stable
under normal conditions of storage and handling for at least 5 years. Do not
store near food or feeds. Do not stack pallets more than two (2) high.
Transfer Equipment: Transfer product using chemical-resistant plastic or stainless steel tanks, pumps,
valves, etc.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep out of reach of children. Causes moderate eye irritation. Harmful if
swallowed or inhaled. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid
breathing spray mist. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Keep children and pets
off the treated area until sprays have dried.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Chemical dust/splash goggles or full-face shield to prevent eye contact. As a general rule,
do not wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, shoes plus socks and protective eyewear.
Respiratory: Not normally needed. If use generates an aerosol mist or respiratory irritation, use NIOSH-
approved dust/mist respirator (such as 3M #8710).
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Ventilation: Recommended but no TLV established.
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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Clear, viscous greenish/yellow solution.
Odor: Odorless at 23 degrees C.
pH: 4.84 (1% solution)
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Emulsifiable.
Density: 9.67 lbs./gal.
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile by Vol.: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: None known.
Incompatibility: Avoid acids and bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Moderately irritating. FIFRA Category III.
Skin: Slightly irritating. LD50 (rabbit): >5000 mg/kg.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. Oral LD50 (rat): >5,000 mg/kg.
Inhalation: Slightly irritating. LD50 (rat): > 5000 mg/kg.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: None known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Algal/Lemna Growth Inhibition: Slightly to moderately toxic.
Toxicity to Fish and Invertebrates: Slightly to moderately toxic.
Toxicity to Plants: Toxic.
Toxicity in Birds: Practically non-toxic.
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SECTION 13. DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters by discharge of waste effluents
or equipment washwaters. Dispose of waste effluents according to state and local regulations. Also,
chemical additions or other alterations of this product may invalidate any disposal information in this
MSDS. Therefore, consult local waste regulators for proper disposal. Do not discharge.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T.: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Compounds, Tree or Weed Killing (Herbicide), Liquid.
NMFC Item 50320, LTL Class 60
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: None.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: None.
Proposition 65: None.
SECTION 16. OTHER
All information appearing in this document was based on data provided by third party sources and was
compiled to comply with the Federal Hazard Communication Standard and the California Hazardous
Substances Information and Training Act. The information is believed to be accurate as of the preparation
date, but is not warranted as being the final authority in the use of this product. This information does not
purport to be legal or medical advice.
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