MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Drexel Chemical Co. Emergency Telephone No.
1700 Channel Avenue
Memphis, TN 38113 1-800-424-9300 (ChemTrec)
(901) 774-4370
SECTION I ?GENERAL INFORMATION SECTION VII ?EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
TRADE NAME SIMAZAT 4L If Swallowed: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately
CHEMICAL NAME 2-Chloro-4-Ethylamino-6- for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of
Isopropylamino-s-triazine/2-Chloro-4, water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting
6-bis unless told to do so by a poison control center or
(Ethylamino) ?S-Triazine doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an
CHEMICAL FAMILY Triazines (Herbicide) unconscious or convulsing person.
EPA REG. NO. 19713-171 If on Skin or Clothing: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse
SIGNAL WORD CAUTION skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20
minutes.
If in Eyes: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with
SECTION II ?INGREDIENTS water for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove contact
(Class = H (Hazardous), NH (Non-Hazardous)) lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then
NAME CAS NO. % (by wt.) TLV CLASS continue rinsing eye.
Atrazine 1912-24-9 21.03 5mg/m3 H If Inhaled: Move person to fresh air. If person is not
Related Compounds N/A 0.39 N/A NH breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give
Simazine 122-34-9 21.41 5mg/m3 H artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth, if
Inerts N/A 57.17 N/A NH possible.
Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice. Have the
product container or label with you when calling a poison control
center or doctor, or going for treatment. For information on this
SECTION III ?PHYSICAL DATA
pesticide product (including health concerns, medical emergencies or
Boiling Point >212癋 Specific Gravity 1.12 gms/cc pesticide incidents), call the National Pesticide Information Center at
Vapor Pressure Negligible % Volatiles N/A 1-800-858-7378.
Vapor Density N/A Solubility in Water Disperses
PH 6.5-7.2 Appearance/Odor Tan liquid, mild NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: There is no specific antidote for Atrazine. If
odor this product is ingested, induce emesis or lavage stomach. The use of
an aqueous slurry of activated charcoal may be considered.
SECTION IV ?FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA
SECTION VIII- SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Flash Point >200癋 (Non-Combustible)
Steps to be taken in case of material leak or spill
Extinguishing Media Dry chemical, Carbon Dioxide, foam or
Dike and absorb spills with absorbent material. Place in suitable
water spray
containers. Prevent runoff if possible. Assure protective clothing is
Fire Fighting Procedures Assure self-contained breathing
worn.
apparatus is worn. Fight fire from
Waste Disposal Method
upwind. Prevent run off if possible.
Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations.
SECTION V ?REACTIVITY DATA
SECTION IX ?SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Stability Stable
Conditions to Avoid Extreme temperatures Respiratory Protection NIOSH approved pesticide respirator
Incompatibility Acids and alkalies Ventilation General recommended
Hazardous Decomposition Products Toxic Oxides of Nitrogen and Protective Gloves Rubber impervious
Carbon, Chloride fumes Eye Protection Chemical goggles
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur. Other Coveralls, long-sleeve shirt, rubber
boots
SECTION VI ?HEALTH HAZARD DATA SECTION X ?SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Carcinogenicity N/A Precautions To Be Taken In Handling & Storage
Toxicity Data Oral LD50 (Rat) = >600mg/kg (Tech.)
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FOLLOW LABEL
Dermal LD50 (Rabbit) = >7,000mg/kg
DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY.
(Tech)
Containers must be stored in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Store
TLV 5mg/m3
away from foodstuffs.
N.F.P.A. Health: 2, Fire: 1, Reactivity: 0
D.O.T. Description Non-Regulated
(Rating: 4-Extreme, 3-High, 2-Moderate, 1-Slight, 0-Insignificant)
Freight Description Agricultural Herbicide, Liquid, N.O.S.
Effects of Overexposure Irritation to eyes, skin, nose or throat can
Reportable Quantity N.A.
occur with prolonged exposure. Avoid
E.R.G. 171
ingestion.
The information presented herein for consideration, while not guaranteed, is true and accurate to the best of our
knowledge. No warranty or guaranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy or reliability of such information
and we shall not be liable for any loss or consequential damages arising out of the use thereof.
Date Prepared: 07-16-07
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