Treflan?500 Granules
KNOX FERTILIZER COMPANY, INC.
MATERIAL SAFETY ?br>
2660 E. 100 S. Treflan is a registered trademark of Dow Agri-
P.O. Box 248 Science
DATA SHEET
Knox, IN 46534 APPROVAL DATE: 3/31/93
(574) 772-6275 or 877-726-6275 SUPERSEDES: 01/92
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURE
I. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
INHALATION: Remove from exposure. If breathing is difficult or has
Product Name...... Treflan?500 Granules
stopped, administer artificial respiration or oxygen as indicated. Immediately
Common Name(s).Pre-emergence Weed Control
seek medical aid.
UN/MA #..............N/A 1993 DOT Hazard Class........N/A
Shipping Name.....Compound Weed Killing, Dry SKIN CONTACT: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical
aid.
II. INGREDIENTS & RECOMMENDED OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSE
LIMITS EYE CONTACT: Flush immediately with large amounts of water, lifting the
Exposure Limits________________ lower and upper lids occasionally. Seek medical aid.
Material璅ormula瑿as. No.--% Wt.璒sha-Pel瑼cgih-TLV *SEE Addendum I
INGESTION: Give 1-2 large glasses of water or milk. Induce vomiting.
III. PHYSICAL DATA Immediately seek medical aid. Never give liquids to an unconscious person.
Vapor Pressure.................N/A
VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Vapor Density...................N/E
RESPIRATORY: Respiratory protection approved by NIOSH/MSHA for
Solubility In Water.............Not soluble
protection against pesticides should be used to avoid inhalation. Appropriate
Appearance and Odor........Bright orange
respiration selection depends on the type and magnitude of over exposure.
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
SKIN: Clean, body-covering clothing should be worn to prevent irritation in
Flash Point(Method)...........N/A
situations where direct contact with product may occur.
NFPA Rating.....................Health 1 - Fire 0 ?Reactivity 0 ?Special
Hazard 0 EYES: Employees should be required to wear chemical safety splash goggles
Flammable Limits(Lel).......N/A (Uel).........N/A in situations where direct contact with the product may result in eye injury.
Extinguishing Media..........Water, foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemicals
VENTILATION: Local exhaust ventilation should be used to control worker
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: May emit noxious and toxic exposure to below recommended Permissible Exposure Levels (PEL).
fumes when heated to decomposition. Self-contained breathing apparatus
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Emergency eye wash stations and
should be used.
deluge safety showers should be available in the work area.
*This information is taken from sources or based upon data believed to
IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
reliable; however, Knox Fertilizer Company, Inc. makes no warranty as to the
PRECAUTION TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Store
absolute correctness or sufficiency of any of the foregoing or that additional or
in a cool, dry location. DO NOT store near food or feed. Keep out of reach of
other measures may not be required under particular conditions.
children and pets.
V. REACTIVITY DATA
OTHER COMMENTS: Chronic Effects ?Long term exposure to dusts
Stability...........................This is a stable material.
containing fluoride or quartz may produce more severe toxicity. Fluoride of
Conditions to avoid...........Avoid freezing
the teeth, changes in the kidneys, bones and ligaments, and inhibition of certain
Incompatibility..................Do not store near hear or flame
enzymes. Chronic exposure and/or high levels of inorganic fluorides
Hazardous Products..........Will emit toxic vapors as it burns.
administered to experimental animals have been shown to produce changes in
Hazardous Polymerization..Will not occur.
several organ and certain enzymes. Adverse reproductive effects have also
VI. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES been suggested. Of the available animal carcinogenicity data, a single in
Steps to be taken in case material is released: In case of release to the adequately reported study has provided some evidence of the carcinogenicity
environment, report spills to the National Response Center 1-800-424-8802. of sodium fluoride to mice (IAR 27, 237, 82). Quartz dust may produce
nodules in the lungs which may gradually progress to formation of fibrous
Suggested Local Action: Do not contaminate any body of water. Clean up
tissue. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath and wheezing.
spill and apply as per label or dispose as waste.
ADDENDUM I
Waste Disposal Method: (EPA Waste Identification No.; N/A) If
contaminated with other materials, the nature and extent of contamination may
Product Name ......Treflan?500 MSDS ......62719-98-8378
require the use of specialized disposal methods. If disposal is necessary,
Granules Revised 5/21/01
comply with all local, state and federal regulations. Contact your local EPA
Original Issue..... 1/92
office for information.
Exposure Limits... See below
For Hazardous Waste Regulation call 1-800-424-9346 ?the RCRA Hotline
VII. HEALTH HAZARD DATA II. INGREDIENTS AND RECOMMENDED OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE... as indicated below are for the LIMITS -
unimpregnated fertilizer, for health information on any active pesticide NOTE: Consult the guaranteed analysis statement on the above product container to
ingredients refers to attached suppliers material safety sheets (See Addendum). determine which below materials are found in that product.
Except under conditions of severe overexposure, this fertilizer is regarded to MATERIALS FORMULA CAS. # % WT. OSHA- ACGIH-
have a relatively low acute health hazard. PEL TLV
Triflurin A,a,a-Triflur 6-Dinitro-N-N 1582-09-8 0-6 NE NE
Inhalation: Extremely high concentrations of fertilizer dust are typically self-
Dipropyl-p-Toulikine
limited due to the nuisance conditions they create. Over exposure may
Limestone CaCO3 1317-65-3 0-50 NE NE
produce irritation of the mucous membranes, nose throat, coughing, and
Dolomitic Limestone CaCO3(+MgCO3) 16389-88-1 0-40 NE NE
shortness of breath. In Addition, certain fertilizers may contain small amounts
Corncobs (Pulverized) -- NE 0-60 NE NE
of silica particles are capable of causing silicosis if inhaled in 5 mm in
Calcium Ligsosulfonate -- 68131-31-7 0-1 NE NE
diameter. These silica particles are capable of causing silicosis if inhales in
Mineral Oil -- NE 0-01 NE NE
high enough concentrations over an extended period of time. The principal
Conditioners, Impurities -- NE 0-01 NE NE
manifestation of silicosis is difficulty in breathing. This condition can progress *NE ?NOT ESTABLISHED
to dry cough, shortness of breath on exertion, decreased lung function and
The following dust limits apply:
pulmonary fibrosis.
CLASS OSHA-PEL SCGIH-TLV
SKIN CONTACT: May cause irritation, particular on damp skin. Repeated
Total Dust (In Air) 15 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
or prolonged contact could lead to dermatitis.
Respirable Dust (In Air) 5 mg/m3 5 mg/m3
EYE CONTACT: May cause irritation and conjunctivitis.
INGESTION: May produce nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort and, if
swallowed in very large amounts, may cause increased urination and central
nervous system depression.
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