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WEED PREVENTER GRANULES
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer's Name & Address
Southern Agricultural Insecticides, Inc. Phone: 941-722-3285
PO Box 218, Palmetto, FL. 34220 Chemtrec: 800-424-9300
I NOMENCLATURE
Product Name: WEED PREVENTER GRANULES
II INGREDIENTS
Nominal % CAS No. ACGIH TLV OSHA PEL
Trifluralin 1.47% 1582-09-8 Not established Not established
Components not precisely identified are proprietary or not hazardous.
III HAZARDOUS CLASSIFICATION (0-Minimal, 1-Slight, 2-Moderate, 3-Serious, 4-Severe)
NFPA: Health 1 Fire 1 Reactivity 0
HMIS: Health 1 Fire 1 Reactivity 0
IV PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: Not determined. Density: 0.661 g/ml
Vapor Pressure: Not determined. Melting Point: Not determined.
PH: 7.1 (in water @25癈) Specific Gravity: Not determined.
Solubility In Water: Not dispersible. The solubility of trifluralin technical <1ppm in water.
Appearance/Odor: Yellow to yellow-brown solid granular with slight aromatic odor.
V FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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Flash Point: 200 F Flammable Limits: N/A
Autoignition Tempature: No ignition up to 138癈.
Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, CO2, dry chemical.
General Hazard: Prevent human exposure to fire, smoke, fumes or products of combustion.
Fire Fighting Equipment: Wear protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Thermal decomposition may release toxic and/or hazardous gases.
VI FIRST AID
First Aid for EYE Exposure: Flush eyes with a gentle stream of clean water for at least 15-20 minutes until no evidence
of chemical remains. See a physician.
First Aid for SKIN Exposure: Remove contaminated clothing and wash all exposed skin surfaces thoroughly with soap
and water. If irritation persists, see a physician.
First Aid for INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, clear airway and start artificial respiration. If victim is
having trouble breathing, give supplemental oxygen, if available. Seek immediate medical attention.
First Aid if INGESTION: Drink 1 to 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back of thraot with finger. Do not
induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention immediately.
VII HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Routes of Entry: Skin contact, Eye contact, Inhalation, and ingestion.
Inhalation: This formulation is not considered to be an inhalation hazard due to the coarse granular nature.
Eye Irritation: May cause slight to moderate irritation to the eyes.
Skin Irritation: Non-irritating to the skin of rabbits.
Ingestion: Moderately toxic.
Symptoms of overexposure: salivation, vomiting, nausea, convulsions, pinpoint pupils, respiratory depression,
Toxicity data: Acute:
Inhalation: This formulation is not considered to be an inhalation hazard due to the coarse granular nature.
Eye Irritation: Considered to be moderately irritating to the eyes of rabbits.
Skin Irritation: Primary irritation index = 0.00. Considered to be non-irritant to the skin of a rabbit.
Skin Absorption: Acute dermal LD50 >2000 mg/kg
Ingestion: Acute oral LD50 >5000mg/kg.
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WEED PREVENTER GRANULES
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
VIII REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
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Conditions to avoid: Storage at high temperatures. Storage temperatures should not exceed 90 F. Do not allow to
become wet in storage. Moisture may induce fermentation with attendant internal heating and possible ignition.
Incompatible Materials: Not determined.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition may release toxic and/or hazardous gases.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur.
IX RELEASE OR SPILL ACTION:
Spill or leak procedures: Sweep up and place in a suitable (fiberboard) container for later disposal.
Waste Disposal: Comply with appropriate disposal regulations. Landfill solids at permitted sites. Use registered
transporters.
X SPECIAL PROTECTION
Pesticide applicators and workers must refer to the Product Label and Directions for use attached to the product for
Agricultural Use Requirements in accordance with the EPA Worker Protection Standard 40 CFR part 170.
Respiratory: Type/Conditions: If needed use a respirator approved for organic solvents.
Ventilation: Provide local exhaust ventilation and/or general dilution ventilation to meet published exposure limits.
Gloves: Rubber or neoprene gloves if contact is unavoidable.
Eye Protection: Wear protective eyewear to prevent contact with this substance.
Other protective equipment: Applicators and handlers must wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants, waterproof gloves,
shoes plus socks.
XI SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Storing Precautions: Store in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. Do not store near feed food or within the reach of
children. Do not store near heat or open flame.
XII SHIPPING AND SELECTED FEDERAL REGULATIONS
DOT, IMO and IATA: Not regulated. Packages >100 lbs (45.4 kg).
Proper Shipping Name: IRQ, Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Solid, N.O.S. (10% Trifluralin)
Class: 9 Identification Number: UN 3077
Packing Group: III RQ: 10 lbs (4.54kg)/ pkg
OSHA: This product is considered hazardous under the OSHA Hazardous Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
TSCA: All product components are on the TSCA Chemical Inventory.
CERCLA: Release of this material (10 pounds trifluralin) to air, land or water are reportable to the National Response
Center under the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) Title III Section304.
RCRA: When a decision is made to discard this material as supplied, it does not meet RCRA's characteristic definition of
ignitability, corrositivity or reactivity, and is not listed in 40 CFR 261.33.
SARA Title III: 302: Not listed.
311/312 Hazard Categories: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories" and is
categorized as an immediate health hazard.
313: Reportable Ingredients: This product contains trifluralin which is listed in Section 313 of the Superfund Amendment
and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR Part 372.
Revision Summary: Trifluralin is a trademark of Griffin Corporation.
This information relates solely to the designated product and is not inclusive for combinations with other materials. This
information is given without warranty or representation. Information is based on data we believe to be correct as of the
date hereof. This information is furnished solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. Before
using any product READ THE LABEL.
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