Safety Data Sheet
According to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
Print date: 18-Mar-2005 Revision Number: 3 Revision date: 18-Mar-2005
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Identification of the substance or preparation
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Product name: Verdone Extra
Use of the Substance/Preparation
Recommended use: For use only as a home garden weedkiller.
Company/Undertaking The Scotts Company (UK) Ltd, Salisbury House, Weyside Park, Catteshall Lane,
Identification Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XE, United Kingdom
Emergency telephone number: ++44 (0) 1865 407333
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical nature of the preparation
Components CAS-No Weight % EC-No. Classification
Fluroxypyr 81406-37-3 10 - 25% 279-752-9 N;R50/53
MCPA (ISO) 94-74-6 > 25% 607-051-00-3 Xi;R38-41
Xn;R22
Clopyralid 1702-17-6 5 - 10% 607-231-00-1 N;R51/53
Xi;R41
For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
N - Dangerous for the environment
Most important hazards
Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice: If you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible).
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Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Do
not induce vomiting.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Remove and wash
contaminated clothing before re-use. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15
minutes. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2), Water spray mist or foam, Dry powder.
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
High volume water jet
Special exposure hazards arising from the substance or preparation, its combustion products, or released
gases:
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors
Special protective equipment for firefighters:
Use personal protective equipment. In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Specific methods:
Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. This must not be discharged into drains
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions:
Use personal protective equipment.
Environmental precautions:
Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.
Methods for cleaning up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Shovel into suitable container for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Technical measures/precautions: Ensure adequate ventilation.
Safe handling advice: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice. When using do not eat or drink. Do not
smoke.
Storage:
Technical measures/storage conditions: Store in original container. Keep tightly closed in a dry and
cool place. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from
food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Protect from extremes
of temperature.
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Incompatible products: None known.
Specific use(s): Weedkiller.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures to reduce exposure: Personal protective equipment is not normally required -
gloves can be worn for personal hygiene. In case of
accidental spillage of bulk product, wear personal protective
equipment appropriate to the task (see below).
Occupational exposure controls
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection: Suitable respiratory equipment:
Hand protection: Protective gloves. Nitrile rubber.
Eye/face protection: Safety glasses with side-shields.
Skin protection: Lightweight protective clothing.
Hygiene measures When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands before
stopping and immediately after handling..
Exposure limit values
Environmental exposure controls There are no Occupational Exposure Limits available.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
General Information
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Brown
Odor: No information available
Important Health Safety and Environmental Information
pH: 7.29
Flammability (solid, gas): Non-flammable
Solubility: Miscible
Other information
Specific gravity: 1.027
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable at normal conditions
Conditions to avoid: Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight..
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Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids and strong bases.
Hazardous decomposition Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours.
products:
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Component information
Product information
LD50/dermal/rat >2000mg/kg Estimated, based on a similar formulation
LD50/oral/rat = >2000mg/kg Estimated, based on a similar formulation
Local effects
Skin effects: May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons.
Eye effects: May cause eye irritation with susceptible persons.
Inhalation: Not irritating.
Ingestion: Not irritating.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product information
Component information
Fluroxypyr
Ecotoxicity: No information available
MCPA (ISO)
Ecotoxicity: No information available
Clopyralid
Ecotoxicity: No information available
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Methods: Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container..
Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging: Do not re-use empty containers Dispose of as unused product. In accordance with
local and national regulations.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Product information
Physical State: Liquid
ADR/RID
UN-No: 3082
Packing group: III
Proper shipping name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance Liquid N.O.S.(Fluroxypyr 10.7g/l).
Hazard Class: 9
IATA
UN-No: 3082
Proper shipping name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance Liquid N.O.S.(Fluroxypyr 10.7g/l)
Packing group: III
Hazard Class: 9
IMO / IMDG
UN-No: 3082
Proper shipping name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance Liquid N.O.S.(Fluroxypyr 10.7g/l)
Packing group: III
Hazard Class: 9
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Indication of danger:
N - Dangerous for the environment.
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Risk Combination Phrases
R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Keep off skin. Wash hands and exposed skin after use. Do not breathe spray. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or
ditches with chemical or used container. Keep away from children and pets. Keep in original container, tightly closed in a
safe place. Empty container thoroughly and dispose of safely.
International Inventories
Components EC-No. EU - NLPL: PICCS: ENCS: DSL: TSCA: CHINA: AICS:
Fluroxypyr 279-752-9
MCPA (ISO) 607-051-00- Present
3
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Clopyralid 607-231-00-
1
Registration number UK/Eire
MAPP 10635
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Text of R Phrases mentioned in Section 2
R22 - Harmful if swallowed.
R38 - Irritating to skin.
R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes.
R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
Reason for revision: None
Prepared by: Regulatory Affairs Department.
This information contained herein is, to the best of Scott's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date of
preparation of this document. However, no warranty or guarantee, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or
reliability, and Scotts shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the use thereof. No authorization is given or
implied to use any patented invention without a license. In addition, Scotts shall not be liable for any damage or injury
resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended practices or from any hazards inherent in the
nature of the product
End of Safety Data Sheet
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