AGPRO NZ Limited
SAFETY DATA SHEET PO Box 58-963,
Greenmount, AUCKLAND
Ph: 09 273 3456 Fax: 09 273 3457
Website: www.agpro.co.nz
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AGPRO Activated Amitrole This SDS consists of 16 sections.
Effective Date: 01/10/05
1. SUBSTANCE IDENTIFICATION:
AGPRO Activated Amitrole
SUPPLIER NAME: AGPRO NZ Limited
SUPPLIER CODE: None
SUPPLIER ADDRESS: 10 Polaris Place, East Tamaki, Auckland.
SUPPLIER PHONE: 09 273 3456 SUPPLIER FAX: 09 273 3457
EMERGENCY PHONE: 0800 POISON
CHEMICAL FAMILY: USE: Used to control many annual and perennial weeds, grasses and
some bushweeds. For use in cropping, asparagus beds,
orchards, vineyards, pine forests and industrial areas.
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION:
Hazard Classes 6.4A, 6.8B, 6.9A, 9.1B, 9.2A.
Will cause irritation to eyes.
Refer to Section 15 for ERMA Requirements.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
COMMON NAME CAS NUMBER CONCENTRATION
Amitrole, 3-amino-1,2,4-triazole 61-82-5 400g/L
Ammonium thiocyanate 1762-95-4 100g/L
Hydrochloric acid 33% 7647-01-0 <500g/L
Wetting Agent <500g/L
Water up to 100%
4. FIRST - AID MEASURES:
EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush with flowing water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT: Wash with plenty of soap and flowing water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. Wash clothing
before reuse.
INHALATION: If ill-effects occur, move the victim to fresh air. If ill-effects persist, consult a doctor.
INGESTION: If swallowed drink water and induce vomiting. Repeat vomiting until fluid is clear in appearance. Seek medical attention.
NOTES TO DOCTOR: Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES:
FLASHPOINT: None
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry chemical, water spray (fog), foam or carbon dioxide.
THERMAL DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING METHODS: Vapours may be toxic. Self contained breathing apparatus required. Do not allow contaminated runoff
to enter drains.
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES:
Use appropriate protective equipment. Clear area of unnecessary personnel. Spills may be slippery and should be cleaned up immediately.
Large spill: Dike and pump as much as possible to a salvage container. Absorb the remaining liquid and any small spills with clay granules,
sand or other absorbent material and sweep to a waste container. Cover the spill area with water and absorb. Minimise runoff into
waterways or drains.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE:
Store in original container, tightly closed, away from foodstuffs, seeds, fertilisers and pesticides. Keep out of reach of children. Wash protective clothing
daily after work.
AGPRO NZ Limited
SAFETY DATA SHEET PO Box 58-963,
Greenmount, AUCKLAND
Ph: 09 273 3456 Fax: 09 273 3457
Website: www.agpro.co.nz
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AGPRO Activated Amitrole This SDS consists of 16 sections.
Effective Date: 01/10/05
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION:
EXPOSURE LIMITS: Not established by OSHA.
EYE PROTECTION: Where eye contact is likely, use chemical splash goggles.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: When work conditions are such that aerosols or mists are generated or
may be generated, use a suitable approved respirator.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Where contact is likely, wear chemical-resistant (such as nitrile or butyl) gloves, coveralls, socks and
chemical-resistant footwear.
VENTILATION: General (mechanical) room ventilation is considered satisfactory.
HYGENE PRECAUTIONS: Do not eat, drink or smoke while working with this product. Remove clothing that becomes soaked or
contaminated and wash before reuse. Wash hands before breaks and after work.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
APPEARANCE / STATE / ODOUR: Clear dark amber liquid
BOILING POINT: Not Available pH: Not Applicable.
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DENSITY: 1.12g/mL @ 25 C SETTING POINT: Not Available.
DECOMPOSITION TEMP: Not Available. AUTOIGNITION TEMP: Not Applicable.
FLASHPOINT: Not Applicable. VAPOUR DENSITY: Not Available.
EXPLOSION PROPERTIES: Not Applicable. VAPOUR PRESSURE: Not Available.
SOLUBILITY: Miscible
OTHER DATA:
OCTANOL / WATER PARTITION COEFFICIENT: Not Available.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: None.
MATERIALS TO AVOID:
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
ACUTE ORAL: LD50 (rats) >1100 mg/kg.
ACUTE DERMAL: LC50 (rabbit) inhalation >10 000 mg/Kg.
ACUTE INHALATION:
OTHER TOXICITY INFORMATION: Warning - May cause skin irritation, avoid skin contact.
Warning - May cause severe eye irritation, avoid contact with eyes.
Acute
Swallowed: Single dose oral toxicity is moderately toxic. Rat LD50 >1100mg/kg.
Eye: Severe irritant.
Skin: Moderately irritating. Rat LD50>10 000mg/kg
Inhaled: Moderate irritant.
Chronic Dogs fed Amitrole exhibited thyroid and pituitary changes. Amitrole does not cause
reproductive effects or does not cause mutagenic effects.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:
AQUATIC TOXICITY: Slightly toxic to aquatic invertebrates.
SOIL TOXICITY:
TERRESTRIAL VERTEBRATES - BIRDS:
TERRESTRIAL INVERTEBRATES - BEES:
Agpro Activated Amitrole has been shown to be slightly toxic to aquatic invertebrates. Do not contaminate streams, rivers or waterways with the
chemical or the used container.
AGPRO NZ Limited
SAFETY DATA SHEET PO Box 58-963,
Greenmount, AUCKLAND
Ph: 09 273 3456 Fax: 09 273 3457
Website: www.agpro.co.nz
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AGPRO Activated Amitrole This SDS consists of 16 sections.
Effective Date: 01/10/05
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Triple rinse container and add residue to spray tank. Burn the container if circumstances, especially wind direction permit. Otherwise bury in a landfill.
Avoid contamination of any water supply with chemical or empty container. Do not use the container for any other purpose.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: None
DG CLASS: None
UN NUMBER: None
HAZCHEM: 2Z
PACK GROUP: None
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION:
APPROVED HANDLER: This product must be under the control of an approved handler during use.
See the ERMA Website for more details: www.ermanz.govt.nz
ERMA Approval Code: HSR000223.
ACVM Pesticide Number: P005013.
16. OTHER INFORMATION:
The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. The purpose of this safety data sheet is to describe the products in
terms of their safety requirements. The data does not signify any warranty with regard to the products' properties.
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