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TRIMEC LAWN WEED KILLER
LAWN WEED KILLER WITH TRIMECR
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Manufacturer's Name & Address
Southern Agricultural Insecticides, Inc. Phone: 941-722 3285
PO Box 218, Palmetto, Fla. 34220 Chemtrec: 1-800-424-9300
I. NOMENCLATURE
TRIMECR LAWN WEED KILLER
Product Name: EPA Reg. No.2217-570-829
Product Name: LAWN WEED KILLER WITH TRIMEC EPA Reg. No.2217-570-829
Chemical Name: Mixture.
Dimthylamine salt of (MCPP) 2-(2-methyl-4-chlorophenoxy propionic acid
Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-dichlorophenoxy acetic acid.
Dimethylamine salt of dicamba (3,6-dichloro-O-anisic acid)
Synonyms: mixture of 2,4-D, MCPP, Dicamba
Chemical Families: Chlorinated phenoxy and benzoic herbicides
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II. Hazardous Components NTP IARC PART Z OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Dimethylamine salt of MCPP (acid equivalent) 8.76% CAS #93-65-2. NN N NI NI
Dimethylamine salt of dicamba (acid equivalent) 1.08% CAS #.1918-00-9 N N N NI NI .
10 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-D(acid equivalent) 2.53% CAS # 94-75-7 NN Y
Dimethylamine combined as salts 2.80% CAS # 124-40-3 NN N 10 ppm 5 ppm
All the above covered by SARA 313
Recommended hazard summary as defined by 29 CFR 1910.1200. Immediate and delayed health hazard
III. PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: 212oF Specific Gravity: (H20=1) 1.08 Vapor Pressure (mmHg): NI
Percent Volatile (by volume): Aprox. 80% Vapor Density (air=1): NI Evaporation Rate: NI
Solubility In Water: Soluble pH: slightly alkaline Appearance/Odor: Clear brown liquid, Phenolic odor
IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point: None to boiling Flammable Limits: Lel: NI UEL: NI (Water base)
Extinguishing Media: Foam, CO2, Water spray.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Personnel should remain upwind. Firemen should wear self contained breathing apparatus) and
full protective clothing. Use water spray to cool containers.
Unusual Fire Hazards: Burning product may produce irritating or poisonous gasses. Use water spray to minimize spread of
contamination. Run off may cause pollution. If surface water is contaminated, contact local authorities.
V. FIRST AID
EYE EXPOSURE: Flush eyes for 15 minutes with clean water. Remove contacts if worn. Lifting upper and lower lids occasionally,
while flushing. Get immediate medical attention.
SKIN EXPOSURE: Remove contaminated clothing and wash all exposed skin surfaces thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation
develops, see a physician.
If SWALLOWED: Get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air if effects occur. See a physician
VI. HEALTH HAZARDS: Routs of Entry: Contact, Inhalation, Ingestion
ACUTE & CHRONIC
EYES: Corrosive. May cause corneal injury
SKIN: May cause moderate to severe dermal irritation May cause burns. Dermal LD 50 > 2000 mg/kg
INHALATION: May cause moderate respiratory irritation, burning.
INGESTION: May irritate and/or damage gastrointestinal systems. Oral LD 50 (rat) >1500 mg/kg.
CHRONIC: Repeated and prolonged overexposure may cause chronic irritation of respiratory tract. Overexposure may cause adverse
effects to liver, kidneys, skin, muscular, and gastronomic systems.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE: Burning sensation; coughing.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Asthma or skin lesions
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
VII. REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable under normal storage conditions.
MATERIALS TO AVOID: Acidic materials may ruin product. N-Nitrosamines may be formed if product comes in contact with nitrous
acid, nitrites, or high levels of nitrogen oxides in the air.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Under fire conditions, may evolve hydrogen chloride, organochlorides, oxides of
nitrogen, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
VIII. SPILL OR LEAK PROTECTION
If material is released or spilled: Do not touch spilled material without protective clothing (see section IX) Dike and absorb spill and
wash waters with absorbent material. Shovel into appropriate, labeled container for disposal.
Waste Disposal: Pesticide residue that can not be used according to label instructions should be disposed of according to local, State
and Federal regulations.
IX SPECIAL PROTECTION
Respiratory: Type/Conditions: Avoid breathing vapors or spray mist. If exposure guidelines are exceeded wear a respirator with
NIOSH/MSHA approval No. TC-21C or an organic cartridge respirator No. TC-23C.
Ventilation: Product is intended for use outdoors .In confined areas, use mechanical ventilation sufficient to control vapors or mists.
Protective clothing: Clean, long sleeved shirt, long pants, chemical resistant glovves and shoes, goggles or safety glasses with side
shields
X. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Handling Precautions: Avoid personal contact with product. Wash thoroughly after use. Do not wear contaminated clothing. Do not
damage containers while handling.
Storing Precautions: Store in original containers. Do not place leaking or damaged containers into storage. Store in cool, dry, well
ventilated area. Store above 35oF Do not store with food, feed, fertilizers, insecticides or fungicides.
Other Precautions: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Pesticide wastes are toxic. Do not contaminate water supplies with rinseate from equipment cleaning , spill clean up, or by direct
application. Do not apply this product when it may drift from the target area. Do not allow spray or spray drift to contact unprotected
people.
XI. TRANSPORTATION
DOT : Packing sizes of less than 55 gal not regulated for domestic shipment
Shipping description Herbicides NOI liquid NMFC 50320
NOTE: NI means not indicated
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.
Revised: 5/97
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