MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
FURADAN?480 FLOWABLE INSECTICIDE
MSDS Ref. No.: 1563-66-2-23
Date Approved: 11/26/2007
Revision No.: 9
This document has been prepared to meet the requirements of the U.S. OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200 and Canada's Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
requirements.
1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
FURADAN?480 FLOWABLE INSECTICIDE
PRODUCT NAME:
649
PRODUCT CODE:
Carbofuran
ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S):
Carbamate Pesticide
CHEMICAL FAMILY:
(carbofuran)
MOLECULAR FORMULA:
FMC 10242; 2,3-dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-7-benzofuranyl
SYNONYMS:
methylcarbamate; IUPAC: 2,3-dihydro-2,2-dimethylbenzofuran-7-yl
methylcarbamate
MANUFACTURER EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
FMC CORPORATION (800) 331-3148 (Medical - U.S.A. & Canada)
Agricultural Products Group (651) 632-6793 (Medical - Collect - All Other Countries)
1735 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 299-6000 (General Information) For leak, fire, spill, or accident emergencies, call:
msdsinfo@fmc.com (Email - General Information) (800) 424-9300 (CHEMTREC - U.S.A. & Canada)
(703) 527-3887 (CHEMTREC - Collect - All Other Countries)
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
? Creamy off-white liquid suspension with a mildly phenolic odor.
? Slightly combustible. May support combustion at elevated temperatures.
? Degrades at temperatures above 130癈 (266癋).
? Thermal decomposition and burning may form toxic by-products.
? For large exposures or fire, wear personal protective equipment.
? Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms. Keep out of drains and water courses.
? Highly toxic if swallowed, and could be highly toxic if absorbed through the mucous membranes of the
eyes.
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? It is expected to be highly toxic by inhalation.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: Effects from overexposure may result from either
swallowing, inhaling or coming into contact with the skin or eyes. Conditions of increased temperature and
humidity may aid skin absorption of this product and, therefore, promote increased toxicity. Symptoms of
overexposure include headache, light-headedness, weakness, abdominal cramps, nausea, excessive
salivation, perspiration, blurred vision, tearing, pin-point pupils, blue skin color, convulsions, tremor and
coma.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED: None presently known.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Name CAS# Wt.% EC No. EC Class
Carbofuran 1563-66-2 44 216-353-0 R26/28-50/53; S1/2-36/37-
45-60-61
Propylene Glycol 57-55-6 5 - 10 200-338-0 Not classified
Surfactant Blend 0.1 - <1 None Not classified
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting the upper and lower eyelids
intermittently. See a medical doctor immediately.
SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation occurs and persists.
INGESTION: Drink 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching the back of the throat with a
finger. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. See a medical doctor.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing difficulty or discomfort occurs and persists, see a
medical doctor. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration and see a medical doctor immediately.
NOTES TO MEDICAL DOCTOR: This product is highly toxic if swallowed, and has low
dermal toxicity. It is expected to be highly toxic if inhaled. It is minimally irritating to the skin and
practically non-irritating to the eyes; however, absorption through the mucous membranes of the eyes could
be highly toxic. This product contains carbofuran, a reversible cholinesterase inhibitor. Atropine sulfate is
antidotal. Support respiration as needed with removal of secretions, maintenance of a patent airway and, if
necessary, artificial ventilation. If cyanosis is absent: Adults - start treatment by giving 2 mg atropine
intravenously or intramuscularly, if necessary, and repeat with 0.4 - 2.0 mg atropine at 15 minute intervals
until atropinization occurs (tachycardia, flushed skin, dry mouth, mydriasis); Children under 12 - initial
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dose = 0.05 mg/kg body weight and repeat dose = 0.02 - 0.05 mg/kg body weight. Use of oximes such as 2-
PAM is controversial. Observe patient to insure that these symptoms do not recur as atropinization wears
off. If in eyes, instill one drop of homatropine. Treatment is otherwise controlled removal of exposure
followed by symptomatic and supportive care.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Foam, CO2 or dry chemical. Soft stream water fog only if
necessary. Contain all runoff.
FIRE / EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Slightly combustible. Carbofuran will burn if ignited and
degrades at temperatures above 130癈 (266癋).
FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Isolate fire area. Evacuate downwind. Wear full
protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not breathe smoke, gases or vapors
generated.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not available
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
RELEASE NOTES: Isolate and post spill area. Wear protective clothing and personal protective
equipment as prescribed in Section 8, "Exposure Controls/Personal Protection". Keep unprotected persons
and animals out of the area.
Keep material out of lakes, streams, ponds and sewer drains. Dike to confine spill and absorb with a non-
combustible absorbent such as clay, sand or soil. Vacuum, shovel or pump waste into a drum and label
contents for disposal.
To clean and neutralize spill area, tools and equipment, wash with a bleach or caustic/soda ash solution.
Follow this by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Absorb, as above any excess liquid and add
to the drums of waste already collected. Repeat if necessary. Dispose of drummed wastes according to the
method outlined in Section 13, "Disposal Considerations".
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Do not use or
store near heat, open flame or hot surfaces. Store in original containers only. Keep out of reach of children
and animals. Do not contaminate other pesticides, fertilizers, water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS
Chemical Name ACGIH OSHA Supplier
0.1 mg/m3 (TWA) 0.1 mg/m3 (TWA)
Carbofuran
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Use local exhaust at all process locations where vapor or
mist may be emitted. Ventilate all transport vehicles prior to unloading.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
EYES AND FACE: For splash, mist or spray exposure, wear chemical protective goggles
or a face shield.
RESPIRATORY: For splash, mist or spray exposures wear, as a minimum, a properly
fitted half-face or full-face air-purifying respirator which is approved for pesticides (U.S.
NIOSH/MSHA, EU CEN or comparable certification organization). Respirator use and selection
must be based on airborne concentrations.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Depending upon concentrations encountered, wear
coveralls or long-sleeved uniform and head covering. For larger exposures as in the case of spills,
wear full body cover barrier suit, such as a PVC suit. Leather items - such as shoes, belts and
watchbands - that become contaminated should be removed and destroyed. Launder all work
clothing before reuse (separately from household laundry).
GLOVES: Wear chemical protective gloves made of materials such as rubber, neoprene or
nitrile. Thoroughly wash the outside of gloves with soap and water prior to removal. Inspect
regularly for leaks.
WORK HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Clean water should be available for washing in case of
eye or skin contamination. Wash skin prior to eating, drinking, chewing gum, or using tobacco. Shower at
the end of the workday.
COMMENTS:
CANADIAN OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs)
Carbofuran
Alberta: 0.1 mg/m?TWA
British Columbia: 0.1 mg/m?(TWA) (aerosol, inhalable, and vapor)
Manitoba: 0.1 mg/m?(TWA)
New Brunswick: 0.1 mg/m?(TWA); A4 (Not classifiable as a human carcinogen)
Northwest Territories: 03 mg/m?(STEL); 0.1 mg/m?(TWA)
Nova Scotia: 0.1 mg/m?(TWA) (inhalable fraction and vapor); A4 (Not classifiable as a human carcinogen)
Nunavut: 0.3 mg/m?(STEL); 0.1 mg/m?(TWA)
Ontario: 0.1 mg/m?(TWAEV) (inhalable, aerosol, vapor)
Quebec: 0.1 mg/m?(TWAEV) (inhalable, aerosol, vapor)
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Saskatchewan: 0.3 mg/m?(STEL); 0.1 mg/m?(TWA)
Yukon: 0.1 mg/m?(STEL, TWA)
Propylene glycol
Ontario: 50 ppm; 155 mg/m?(TWAEV) (total aerosol and vapor)
Personal protective recommendations for mixing or applying this product are prescribed on the product
label. Information stated above provides useful, additional guidance for individuals whose use or handling
of this product is not guided by the product label.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Mildly phenolic
ODOR:
Creamy off-white liquid suspension
APPEARANCE:
Not available
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE:
Not available
BOILING POINT:
Not available
COEFFICIENT OF OIL / WATER:
8.91 - 9.32 lb/gal. (1070 - 1120 g/L)
DENSITY / WEIGHT PER VOLUME:
Not applicable
EVAPORATION RATE:
Not applicable
FLASH POINT:
Not applicable
FREEZING POINT:
Not applicable
MELTING POINT:
221.26 (carbofuran)
MOLECULAR WEIGHT:
Not available
pH:
Not available
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:
1.07 - 1.12 (water = 1)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY:
Not available
VAPOR PRESSURE:
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Excessive heat and fire.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID:
Stable
STABILITY:
Will not occur
POLYMERIZATION:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides,
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
and methyl isocyanate.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
EYE EFFECTS: Practically non-irritating
SKIN EFFECTS: Minimally irritating
DERMAL LD50: 6,783 mg/kg (rabbit)
ORAL LD50: 7.34 mg/kg (rat)
INHALATION LC50: Carbofuran: 0.10 mg/l (1 h) (rat)
ACUTE EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: This product is highly toxic if
swallowed, and has low dermal toxicity. It is expected to be highly toxic if inhaled. It is minimally irritating
to the skin and practically non-irritating to the eyes; however, absorption through the mucous membranes
of the eyes could be highly toxic. With dermal exposure to this product, conditions of increased
temperature and humidity facilitate skin absorption and, therefore, promote increased toxicity. Carbofuran
is a reversible cholinesterase inhibiting pesticide, which elicits symptoms in humans typical of
cholinesterase inhibition including headaches, light-headedness, weakness, abdominal cramps, nausea,
excessive salivation, perspiration and blurred vision. More severe signs of cholinesterase inhibition include
tearing, pin-point pupils, excessive respiratory secretions, cyanosis, convulsions, generalized tremor and
coma. Excessive exposure may result in death. In humans, ingestion of large amounts of propylene glycol
has resulted in symptoms of reversible central nervous system depression including stupor, rapid breathing
and heartbeat, profuse sweating and seizures.
CHRONIC EFFECTS FROM OVEREXPOSURE: No data available for the
formulation. In studies with laboratory animals, carbofuran did not cause reproductive toxicity,
teratogenicity, or carcinogenicity. Chronic exposure of laboratory animals to carbofuran has caused
decreased cholinesterase activity (erythrocyte, plasma, and/or brain). An overall absence of genotoxicity
has been demonstrated in mutagenicity testing with carbofuran. Repeated overexposure to propylene glycol
can produce central nervous system depression, hemolysis and minimal kidney damage.
CARCINOGENICITY:
Not listed
NTP:
Not listed
IARC:
Not listed
OSHA:
Not Listed (ACGIH)
OTHER:
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Unless otherwise indicated, the data presented below are for the active ingredient.
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA: Carbofuran has a moderate rate of degradation in soil (half-life
= 50 days). It undergoes rapid hydrolysis under alkaline (high pH) conditions, but is stable at acidic (low)
pH. Carbofuran has a Log Pow of 1.4 and a bioconcentration factor of 9 (low potential for environmental
accumulation). It may be mobile in soil, especially soils with a high sand content and, therefore, has a
potential to contaminate groundwater. In heavier textured soils, the mobility of carbofuran is expected to be
moderate.
ECOTOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION: With LC50 values between 7.3 and 362.5
礸/L to fish and aquatic arthropods in the laboratory, carbofuran is considered highly toxic. Care should be
taken to avoid contamination of the aquatic environment. It is also considered highly toxic to waterfowl and
upland game birds and has an oral LD50 of 0.7 to 8 mg/kg. Carbofuran is easily metabolized and, because it
is a rapidly reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, recovery from symptoms of a sublethal exposure
occurs quickly.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
DISPOSAL METHOD: Open dumping or burning of this material or its packaging is prohibited.
If spilled material cannot be disposed of by use according to label instructions, an acceptable method of
disposal is to incinerate in accordance with local, state and national environmental laws, rules, standards
and regulations. However, because acceptable methods of disposal may vary by location and regulatory
requirements may change, the appropriate agencies should be contacted prior to disposal.
EMPTY CONTAINER: Non-returnable containers that held this material should be cleaned,
prior to disposal, by triple rinsing. Containers which held this material should be cleaned, prior to disposal,
by triple-rinsing. Rinsate may be incinerated or disposed of following the previous recommendations. Do
not cut or weld metal containers. Vapors that form may create an explosion hazard.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Carbofuran
TECHNICAL NAME(S):
6.1
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
UN 2992
UN/NA NUMBER:
II
PACKING GROUP:
6.1
LABEL(S):
6.1
PLACARD(S):
RQ Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
MARKING(S):
(carbofuran), UN 2992
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Carbofuran
REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ):
Carbofuran is in an "RQ" quantity when this
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
material meets or exceeds 2.5 gallons per
package.
Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Carbofuran
TECHNICAL NAME(S):
6.1
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
UN 2992
UN/NA NUMBER:
II
PACKING GROUP:
Carbofuran
MARINE POLLUTANT:
6.1
LABEL(S):
6.1
PLACARD(S):
2992
MARKING(S):
INTERNATIONAL MARITIME DANGEROUS GOODS (IMDG)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Carbofuran
TECHNICAL NAME(S):
6.1
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
UN 2992
UN/NA NUMBER:
II
PACKING GROUP:
Carbofuran
MARINE POLLUTANT:
6.1
LABEL(S):
6.1
PLACARD(S):
RQ Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
MARKING(S):
(carbofuran), UN 2992 + Marine Pollutant
Carbofuran
REPORTABLE QUANTITY (RQ):
EmS Number: F-A, S-A
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Carbofuran is in an "RQ" quantity when
this material meets or exceeds 2.5 gallons
per package.
ADR - EUROPEAN AGREEMENT CONCERNING THE
INTERNATIONAL CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS GOODS BY ROAD
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Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Carbofuran
TECHNICAL NAME(S):
6.1
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
T6
CLASSIFICATION CODE:
UN2992
UN/NA NUMBER:
II
PACKING GROUP:
60
HAZARD IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
Carbofuran
MARINE POLLUTANT:
6.1
LABEL(S):
6.1
PLACARD(S):
UN 2992 + Marine Pollutant
MARKING(S):
INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION (ICAO) /
INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION (IATA)
Non-Bulk
PACKAGING TYPE:
Carbamate pesticide, liquid, toxic
PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Carbofuran
TECHNICAL NAME(S):
6.1
PRIMARY HAZARD CLASS / DIVISION:
UN2992
UN/NA NUMBER:
II
PACKING GROUP:
6.1
LABEL(S):
Y609 / 1 L
LIMITED QUANTITY:
609 / 5 L
LIMITED QUANTITY: PASSENGER / CARGO:
611 / 60 L
LIMITED QUANTITY: CARGO:
Carbofuran is in an "RQ" quantity when
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
this material meets or exceeds 2.5 gallons
per package.
Marks: RQ Carbamate pesticide, liquid,
toxic (carbofuran), UN2992 + Marine
Pollutant
RQ: carbofuran
OTHER INFORMATION:
CANADIAN TRANSPORT (TDG):
SHIPPING NAME: Carbamate pesticides, Liquid, Toxic, N.O.S. (Carbofuran)
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CLASSIFICATION: 6.1
UN NUMBER: 2992
PACKING GROUP: II
NOTE: It has been determined that a lethal concentration of this material, by mist or particle, will not be
reasonably encountered by humans while this material is in transportation.
This material is considered not respirable.
HARMONIZED SYSTEM
Import to the U.S.A.: 3808.91.2500
Export from the U.S.A.: 3808.91.0000
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
UNITED STATES
SARA TITLE III (SUPERFUND AMENDMENTS AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT)
SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355, APPENDIX A):
Listed
REPORTABLE QUANTITY:
Chemical Name RQ
Carbofuran 10 lb
SECTION 311 HAZARD CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370):
Immediate, Delayed
SECTION 312 THRESHOLD PLANNING QUANTITY (40 CFR 370):
The Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ) for this product, if treated as a mixture, is 10,000 lbs;
however, this product contains the following ingredients with a TPQ of less than 10,000 lbs.:
None
SECTION 313 REPORTABLE INGREDIENTS (40 CFR 372):
This product contains the following ingredients subject to Section 313 reporting requirements:
Carbofuran
CERCLA (COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSE COMPENSATION AND
LIABILITY ACT)
CERCLA DESIGNATION & REPORTABLE QUANTITIES (RQ) (40 CFR 302.4):
Listed
Chemical Name RQ
Carbofuran 10 lb
RESOURCE CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY ACT (RCRA)
RCRA IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDOUS WASTE (40 CFR 261):
Waste Number: Carbofuran, P127
FEDERAL INSECTICIDE FUNGICIDE RODENTICIDE ACT
U.S. EPA Signal Word: DANGER-POISON
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U.S. STATES
California Prop 65:
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
CANADA
WHMIS (WORKPLACE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INFORMATION SYSTEM):
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products
Regulations.
Hazard Classification / Division: D1A
INTERNATIONAL LISTINGS
Saskatchewan Dangerous Goods - Acute Hazardous Substances:
Listed (carbofuran)
Australian Hazard Code: 2X
HAZARD, RISK AND SAFETY PHRASE DESCRIPTIONS:
Carbofuran, (Index #006-026-00-9):
EC Symbols: T+ (Very Toxic)
N (Dangerous for the environment)
EC Risk Phrases: R26/28 (Very toxic by inhalation and if swallowed)
R50/53 (Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.)
EC Safety Phrases: S1/2 (Keep locked up and out of reach of children.)
S36/37 (Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.)
S45 (In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately - show the label where possible.)
S60 (This material and its container must be disposed of as
hazardous waste)
S61 (Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special
instructions/safety data sheets.)
COMMENTS:
CANADA: This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the
Controlled Products Regulations, and the MSDS contains all the information required by the
Controlled Products Regulations.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
REVISION SUMMARY:
This MSDS replaces Revision #8, dated June 6, 2007.
Changes in information are as follows:
Section 1 (Product and Company Identification)
Section 8 (Exposure Controls / Personal Protection)
Section 15 (Regulatory Information)
Section 16 (Other Information)
Furadan and FMC - Trademarks of FMC Corporation
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FMC Corporation believes that the information and recommendations contained herein (including data and
statements) are accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information
provided herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be applicable where such
product is used in combination with any other materials or in any process. It is a violation of Federal law to
use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling. Further, since the conditions and methods of use
are beyond the control of FMC Corporation, FMC Corporation expressly disclaims any and all liability as
to any results obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
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