MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
WHITMIRE MICRO-GEN (800) 777-8570 (8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. CST)
Prescription Treatment?brand
RESEARCH LABORATORIES, INC. EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
ADVANCE TM
3568 TREE COURT IND. BLVD. MEDICAL: (800) 225-3320 PROSAR
ST. LOUIS, MO 63122-6682 TRANSPORTATION: (800) 424-9300 CHEMTREC
Granular Ant Bait
EFFECTIVE DATE: OCTOBER 28, 1998 EPA REG. NO.: 499-370
Formula 1
SECTION 6: SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
SECTION 1: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Spilled material should be
Active Ingredients: ACGIH ACGIH OSHA
carefully collected and containerized in a manner that produces the least amount of
Abamectin: 0.011% (CAS #71751-41-2) TLV/TWA STEL PEL TLV/PEL
airborne dust. Suitable protective equipment should be worn during any spill clean-up
[A mixture of avermectins containing NE NE NE 40 mcg/m3*
operation. Residual surface material may be removed with towels moistened with
> 80% avermectin B1a (5-0-demethyl-
methanol.
avermectin A1a) and < 20% avermectin B1b
Emergency telephone number of Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300
(5-0-demethyl-25-de(1-methylpropyl)-25-(1-
(for transportation spills)
methylethyl) avermectin A1a).]
Environmental Hazards/Waste Disposal Method: This pesticide is toxic to fish and
Inert Ingredients:
wildlife. Do not apply directly to water, to areas where surface water is present, or to
Soybean Oil**: (CAS #8001-22-7) NE NE NE NE
intertidal areas below the mean high water mark. Do not contaminate water when
Corn Grits**: NE NE NE NE
disposing of equipment washwaters.
t-Butyl Hydroquinone**: (CAS #1948-33-0) NE NE NE NE
Container Disposal: Follow label instructions for container disposal.
**exposure limit recommended by manufacturer of active ingredient.
In case of spillage this product is subject to reporting requirements of the Comprehen-
**not defined as a hazardous substance according to OSHA Hazard
sive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA).
**Communication Regulation: 1910.1200.
All components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US Toxic
SECTION 7: SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory.
Respiratory Protection: NA
SECTION 2: PHYSICAL DATA Ventilation: Local Exhaust: NA Mechanical: NA.
Special: NA Other: NA
Boiling Point: NA Bulk Density (Air = 1): ND
Protective Gloves: Protective gloves may be worn when handling the formulation.
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): NA Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Eye Protection: NA
Vapor Pressure: NA Appearance and Odor: A granular corn
Other Protective Equipment: NA
pH: NA grit bait with yellow color
SECTION 8: SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
SECTION 3: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Hazards to Humans and Domestic
Flashpoint: NE Flammable Limits: NE LEL: NE UEL: NE
Animals: CAUTION - Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing
Extinguishing Media: CO2; Dry Chemical; Foam
dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water
Special Firefighting Procedures: Respiratory protection is recommended for fire
after handling. Do not contaminate kitchen utensils with this product. Pets may be
fighters. Excessive use of water may create excess run-off water which may lead to
attracted to this product. Keep out of reach of children. For bulk materials, protective
contamination of the environment. Follow environmental and personal safety
coveralls and boots should be worn to protect against accidental contamination.
precautions noted for spill or leak.
Personal protective items should be cleaned after each application. Store in a cool dry
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Material will burn if ignited.
place which is inaccessible to children, pets, livestock or wildlife. Do not store near heat
or flame. Store in tightly closed container. Do not reuse empty container.
SECTION 4: HEALTH HAZARD DATA Other Precautions: When handling on a regular basis, shower and a clean change of
clothes are recommended at the end of the work day. Wash hands before eating,
Health Hazard (Acute and Chronic) - Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:
drinking or smoking. For use on non-cropland only. Do not treat grazing fields. Apply
Eye Contact: May cause some reversible eye irritation. Caused slight conjunctival
when ants are actively foraging. This is usually when soil temperatures are above 60oF.
irritation in albino rabbits reversible in seven days. Caused a dull cornea in albino rabbits
Avoid application during excessive hot periods of the day or when the grass is wet from
reversible in three days. No iritis was observed.
rain or heavy dew. Crops treated with AdvanceTM must not be used for food or feed until
Skin Contact: Non-irritating to skin. Irritation Index = 0.00 for albino rabbits. Acute
residue tolerance for this chemical has been established or until the appropriate laws
dermal toxicity - LD50 > 2.0g/kg in albino rabbits.
and regulations of the country of use have been established.
Ingestion and Inhalation: Acute oral toxicity - LD50 > 5.0g/kg in albino rats. Bait
particles are not respirable. The product does not represent an inhalation hazard.
SECTION 9: HEALTH RATING INFORMATION (NFPA)
Carcinogenicity:
NTP? IARC Monograph? OSHA Regulated? Health - 1 Flammability - 1 Reactivity - 0
No No No
SECTION 10:
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: SARA TITLE III/SEC. 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION
If Swallowed: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Give 1 or 2 glasses of water and
This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting require-
immediately induce vomiting by gently touching back of throat with finger or administer
ments of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of
syrup of Ipecac. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
1986 and of 40 CFR 372:
attention.
CAS# Chemical Name % by weight
If on Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected areas with soap and
This product contains no Section 313 chemicals exceeding the de minimis concentration
water.
levels.
If in Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists.
SECTION 11: DOT SHIPPING INFORMATION
SECTION 5: REACTIVITY DATA
Proper Shipping Name: NA Hazard Class: NA
Stability: Stable under normal conditions. Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Incompatabiltiy (Materials to Avoid): Abamectin can be hydrolyzed by strong caustic
solution.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: If involved in a fire, toxic gases including CO, CO2 ,
toxic dust and smoke can be generated.
NA - Not Applicable Product Codes: 02-0380 (12 oz.)
Hazardous Polymerization: None known.
ND - Not Determined 02-0381 (6 lb.)
NE - Not Established Prepared by: Dana M. Thomas
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit
ACL - Acceptable Ceiling Level
MPC - Maximum Peak Concentration