MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 2,4-D AMINE 600 PCP 5931
FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY, SPILL, LEAK, FIRE, EXPOSURE OR ACCIDENT, CALL DAY OR NIGHT 1-800-561-8273 or
CHEMTREC - DAY OR NIGHT 1-800-424-9300
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
FORMULATED FOR:
UNITED AGRI PRODUCTS CANADA, INC. 24-Hour Emergency Phone: 1-800-561-8273
789 Donnybrook Drive ?Dorchester, Ontario N0L 1G5 Medical Emergencies (Prosar): 1-800-301-7976
Additional Emergency Phone (Canutec): 1-613-996-6666 (Collect)
PRODUCT NAME: 2,4-D; Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
PRODUCT USE: Herbicide ?Group 4
PCP REG. NO.: 5931
MSDS Number: 5931-08-UAP MSDS Revisions: All sections revised Date of Issue: 01/07/08 Supersedes: 01/07/05
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SUMMARY
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN ?WARNING - POISON ?Corrosive. Causes irreversible eye damage. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Harmful if
swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with skin. Avoid breathing spray mist. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Do not contaminate water used for irrigation, domestic or spray purposes.
This product is amber to nearly black liquid with "fishy" amine-like odor.
Warning Statements:
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: If in eyes specialized ophthalmologic attention may be necessary. If swallowed probable mucosal damage may contraindicate
gastric lavage. There is no specific antidote; treat symptomatically.
3. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical Ingredients: Percentage by Weight: CAS No. TLV (Units)
3
Dimethylamine salt of 2,4-D 564 g/L 2008-39-1 10 mg/m
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
If in eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
If swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have a person sip a glass of water if able to do so. Do
not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
If on skin or clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for
treatment advice.
If inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably by
mouth-to-mouth, if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
FOR A MEDICAL EMERGENCY INVOLVING THIS PRODUCT CALL: 1-800-301-7976. Have the product label or container with you when calling a poison control
center or doctor, or going for treatment.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLASH POINT (癋/Test Method): Does not flash.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS (LFL & UFL): Not established.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use medium appropriate to surrounding fire. Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray or fog.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: Ammonia, oxides of nitrogen, chlorine-containing compounds and other unknown hazardous materials
may be formed in a fire situation.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing. Fight fire from upwind and keep
all non-essential personnel out of area of intense smoke.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: If water is used to fight fire and/or cool containers, contain runoff, using dikes to prevent
contamination of water supplies.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Contain spill and absorb with suitable absorbent, sweep up material and transfer to containers for possible land application according to label use or for
proper disposal. Wash spill area with water containing strong detergent, absorb and sweep up as above. Check local, state and federal regulations for
proper disposal.
CAUTION: Keep spills and cleaning runoff out of municipal sewers and open bodies of water.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove clothing immediately if pesticide
gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. Remove PPE immediately after handling this product. Wash the
outside of gloves before removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.
O O O O
STORAGE: Do not store below 25 F/-3.9 C. If frozen, warm to 70 F/21.1 C and redissolve before using by rolling or shaking the
container. Store in a safe manner. Store in original container only. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed
when not in use. Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.
Personal Protective Equipment: Applicators and other handlers must wear: long sleeved shirt and long pants, waterproof gloves, shoes plus
socks, and protective eyewear. Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use
detergent and hot water. Keep and wash PPE separately from other laundry. After each day of use, clothing or PPE must no be reused until it has been
cleaned. For containers over 1 gallon and less than 5 gallons in capacity: Mixers and loaders who do not use a mechanical system (probe and
pump) to transfer the product must wear coveralls or a chemical-resistant apron in addition to other required PPE.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: When handlers use enclosed cabs, or aircraft in a manner that meets the requirements listed in the worker Protection
Standard (WPS) for agricultural pesticides [40 CFR 170.240 (d) (4-6)], the handler PPE requirements may be
reduced or modified as specified in the WPS.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Not normally required; if vapors or mists become excessive, wear a NIOSH approved pesticide respirator with
cartridges for pesticide vapors.
EYE PROTECTION: Chemical goggles or shielded safety glasses.
SKIN PROTECTION: Wear protective clothing: long-sleeved shirts and pants, chemical-resistant footwear and socks. Wear rubber or
chemical-resistant gloves.
OSHA PEL 8 hr TWA ACGIH TLV-TWA
3 3
2,4-D Acid 10 mg/m 10 mg/m
3 3
Dimethylamine 18 mg/m 9.2 mg/m
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Amber to nearly black liquid with "fishy" amine-like odor. SOLUBILITY: Miscible
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (Water = 1): 1.210 g/ml BULK DENSITY: 1.21 kg/L. pH: 8-9
O
VAPOR PRESSURE: 0.00141 mm/Hg @ 20 C BOILING POINT: Not established
PERCENT VOLATILE (by volume): ?0% EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate = 1): Not established
Note: These physical data are typical values based on material tested but may vary from sample to sample.
Typical values should not be construed as a guaranteed analysis of any specific lot or as specification items.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme heat or extreme cold.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong bases and oxidizers.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Ammonia, oxides of nitrogen, chlorine-containing compounds and other unknown hazardous materials may
be formed in a fire situation. Incomplete combustion may lead to formation of oxides of carbon.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral LD50 (rat): 1670 mg/kg Acute Dermal LD50 (rabbit): > 2000 mg/kg
Eye Irritation (rabbit): Corrosive; causes irreversible eye damage Skin Irritation (rabbit): Non-irritating
Inhalation LC50 (rat): >5.28 mg/L (24 HR) Skin Sensitization (guinea pig): Not a sensitizer
Carcinogenic Potential: None listed in OSHA, NTP or ACGIH; IARC Group 2B (limited evidence for carcinogenicity in humans).
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
This product is toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Drift or runoff may adversely affect aquatic invertebrates and non-target plants. For terrestrial uses, do not
apply directly to water, or to areas where surface water is present or to intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when
disposing of equipment wash water. Do not apply where runoff is likely to occur.
Do not apply when weather conditions favor drift from target area.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not reuse containers for any purpose. Refillable Container: For disposal, the container may be returned to the point of purchase (dealer/distributor). It
must be refilled by the dealer/distributor with the same product. Container is recyclable, and is to be disposed of at a container collection site. Contact
your local dealer/distributor for the location of the nearest collection site. Before taking container to the collection site: Triple or pressure-rinse the empty
container, adding the rinsate to the spray tank. Make the empty container unsuitable for further use. If there is no container collection site in your area,
dispose of the container in accordance with provincial requirements. For information on disposal of unused, unwanted product, contact the manufacturer
or the provincial regulatory agency. Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by storage or disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
TDG Shipping Description: NOT REGULATED (Packages will bear USDOT markings and labels)
DOT Shipping Description: For containers less than 17.56 gallons (66.47 Liters): NOT REGULATED BY USDOT
For containers greater than 17.56 gallons: RQ ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S., 9, UN3082, III (2,4-D), ERG GUIDE
171
U.S. Surface Freight Classification: COMPOUND, TREE OR WEED KILLING, NOI (NMFC 50320, SUB 2: CLASS: 60)
IMDG: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (2,4-D), 9, UN3082, III ERG GUIDE 171 MARINE POLLUTANT
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
NFPA & HMIS Hazard Ratings: NFPA HMIS
3 Health 0 Least 3 Health
0 Flammability 1 Slight 0 Flammability
0 Instability 2 Moderate 0 Reactivity
3 High H PPE
4 Severe
SARA Hazard Notification/Reporting
SARA Title III Hazard Category: Immediate __Y__ Fire __N__ Sudden Release of Pressure __N__
Delayed __ N __ Reactive __N__
Reportable Quantity (RQ) under U.S. CERCLA: 2,4-D Acid (CAS: 94-75-7) 100 pounds.
SARA, Title III, Section 313: 2,4-D Acid (CAS: 94-75-7) 40.0% acid equivalent
RCRA Waste Code: U240; D016
CA Proposition 65: Not listed
16. OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS STATUS: All sections revised to 16-section format
PREPARED BY: Registrations and Regulatory Affairs REVIEWED BY: Environmental/ Regulatory Services
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Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability: This data sheet was developed from information on the constituent materials identified herein and does not relate
to the use of such materials in combination with any other material or process. No warranty is expressed or implied with respect to the completeness or
ongoing accuracy of the information contained in this data sheet, and UNITED AGRI PRODUCTS CANADA, INC. disclaims all liability for reliance on such
information. This data sheet is not a guarantee of safety. Users are responsible for ensuring that they have all current information necessary to safely use
the product described by this data sheet for their specific purpose.
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