1. Identification of the substance/preparation and company/undertaking
Product
Trade Name: ARENA
Recommended Uses: Agricultural Insecticide
Company
Manufacturer / Supplier: Agriguard Ltd
Address: Units 1&2, Block B, Broomfield Business Park
Malahide
Co. Dublin
Ireland
Telephone Number: +353-1-8462044
Fax Number: +353-1-8462489
e-mail: info@agriguard.ie
Emergency Telephone No.: 0870-600-6266 [UK National Poisons Control
Information Service (NPIS) Centre]
01-8379964/66 (Poisons Information Centre, Beaumont
Hospital, Beaumont, Dublin 9, Ireland)
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Component CAS EINECS Conc. R phrase* Symbol
Registry ELINCS %w/w
No. No.
Pirimicarb
2-Dimethylamino-5,6- 23103-98-2 245-430-1 50 R25, R20 T, N
dimethylpyrimidin-4-yl R50/53
dimethylcarbamate (IUPAC)
Sodium dioctyl 577-11-7 209-406-4 <10 R36/38 Xi
sulphosuccinate
Propane-1,2-diol 57-55-6 N/A <10 R36/38 Xi
*Reference section 16
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3. Hazards Identification
Irritating to eyes and skin.
Harmful by inhalation. Toxic if swallowed. A cholinesterase inhibitor. Do not use if under
medical advice not to work with such compounds.This material can form flammable dust
clouds at elevated temperatures.
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long term adverse effects in the aquatic
environment.
4. First Aid Measures
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and wash the affected area with
water followed with soap and water. Seek medical attention if
necessary.
Eye Contact: Rinse out with plenty of water with the eyelid held wide open for
at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately.
Inhalation: Immediately remove from exposure to fresh air and seek medical
attention if necessary.
Ingestion: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the
label if possible. Induce vomiting, if this has not already
occurred. Keep patient strictly at rest as continued
movement enhances the effect of cholinesterase inhibition.
Seek medical attention immediately.
Further Information: If swallowed seek medical advice immediately and show the
label where possible.
Atropine is a specific antidote and may be given immediately by
qualified staff, at a level of 2-5mg (intramuscularly), every 20
minutes until atropinization occurs.
Atropine must not be given to cyanosed patients, administer
oxygen first.
Following ingestion, adsorbents such as charcoal may be of
value. If gastric lavage or emesis is considered necessary for oil
based or corrosive formulations, inhalation of gastric contents
must be prevented.
For further advice on treatment contact The UK National Poisons
Control Information Service (NPIS) Centre (Emergency
Telephone No.: 0870-600-6266) or The Poisons Information
Centre, Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont, Dublin 9, Ireland
(Telephone 01-8379964/66).
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5. Fire-fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray, foam or dry powder.
Extinguishing media which
must not be used for safety
reasons: High pressure water jet
Special protective
equipment for fire-fighting: Wear self contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing (chemical protection suit, boots and plastic or
rubber gloves)
Special exposure hazards: No information.
Other Information: Intact containers should be removed from risk of
exposure to the fire if it is safe to do so. If it is not safe to
remove them, spray intact containers with water to keep
them cool. Contain fire-fighting water with sand or some
such bunding material.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautionary measures:
Ensure suitable personal protection during removal of spillages. Refer to section 8 below
for personal protection required.
Environmental-protection measures:
Keep the area isolated and do not allow contamination to enter the sewerage system.
If the product has entered the sewerage system or contaminated a public place advise
the appropriate authority.
Procedures for cleaning/absorption:
Contain/absorb the spillage with a suitable inert absorbent material which should then be
transferred to secure containers and sent for disposal. Wash the spillage area with water.
Washings must be prevented from entering surface water drains.
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7. Handling and Storage
Handling: Keep product in original tightly closed container; do not get on skin, eyes
or clothing; do not eat drink or smoke when handling; wash hands before
eating drinking or smoking.
Storage: Store in a dry area in the original containers, access should only be for
authorised persons. Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from food,
drink and animal feeding stuffs. Protect from frost.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Occupational exposure limits:
3
Pirimicarb, 8 hr TWA, 1 mg/m
Engineering measures to reduce exposure:
Ensure adequate ventilation especially in confined areas.
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection: Respirator with A2B2P3 filter.
Eye protection: Wear safety goggles conforming to BS 2092.
Hand protection: Wear PVC or nitrile gloves.
Other protection: Wear PVC or chemical resistant disposable overalls and PVC
boots.
Industrial Hygiene:
Immediately change contaminated clothing, dispose of if decontamination is not feasible.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedstuffs. Wash hands before breaks and
immediately after handling the product. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Solid (granules)
Colour: Green
Odour: Characteristic
pH: Not available
0
Melting Point/Melting point range: 90.5 C (active ingredient)
Boiling Point/Boiling Point range: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Flammability Not applicable
Autoflammability Not applicable
Explosive properties: Non-explosive
Lower limit
Upper limit
Oxidising properties Non-oxidising
Vapour Pressure: Not available
Relative density: Not available
Solubility
Water solubility Soluble
Fat solubility Not available
Partition coefficient Not available
n-octanol/water
Other Data:
Bulk Density 0.4-0.6 g/ml
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable at ambient conditions. Stable for at least 2 years
when stored in the original unopened sales container at
ambient temperatures.
Conditions to avoid: Protect from frost.
Materials to avoid: None under normal conditions of use.
Hazardous decomposition
products: Combustion or thermal decomposition will evolve toxic
and irritant vapours.
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11. Toxicological Information
Acute toxicity:
LD 50 (oral, rat): 87mg/kg; Harmful if swallowed
LD 50 (skin, rat): >2000mg/kg; Unlikely to be hazardous by skin absorption.
Sensitisation: Does not cause sensitisation on laboratory animals.
Further toxicological information:
After inhalation: Unlikely to cause harmful effects when handled and used as
directed on the label
After skin contact: Slight irritant to rabbit skin.
After eye contact: Moderate irritant to rabbit eyes.
12. Ecological Information
Mobility: Low mobility in soil (data is for active ingredient)
0
Water DT 50 : 7-234 days (pH 5.5 to 8.1 @ 20 C)
Persistence and Degradability:
(data is for active ingredient) Rapid degradation in soil
Rapid photodegradation in water and rapid
hydrolysis in water.
Bioaccumulative potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation.
(data is for active ingredient)
Aquatic toxicity :
Rainbow Trout LC 50 (96hr): 29mg/l
(data is for active ingredient)
Bluegill sunfish LC 50 (96 hr): 55mg/l
Daphnia EC 50 (48hr): 14礸/l. Very toxic to
aquatic invertebrates
Green Algae NOEC (96hr): 50mg/l
Bobwhite quail oral LD 50 : 8.2mg/kg
Other toxicity :
(data is for active ingredient) Low toxicity to honey and earthworms
Not toxic to bees.
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13. Disposal Considerations
Waste from residues/unused
products: In accordance with local and national
regulations. Do not allow material to
contaminate ground water system. Do not
contaminate surface water.
Contaminated packaging: Wash out container thoroughly, empty washings
into spray tank and dispose of safely.
Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches
with chemical or used container. Do not re-use
empty containers.
Further information: Dispose of product concentrate, diluted product
and empty containers according to the `Code of
Practice for the Safe Use of Pesticides on Farms
and Holdings' available from HMSO. Do not re-
use container for any purpose.
Contact the Local Council Authority for advice
on the disposal of pesticide waste, or ask an
approved waste disposal contractor.
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14. Transport Information
UN proper shipping name: Carbamate pesticide, solid, toxic (contains pirimicarb
50%)
UN Number 2757
Road/Railway
Proper shipping name: Carbamate pesticide, solid, toxic (contains pirimicarb
50%)
UN Number 2757
Class: 6.1
Packaging group: III
Hazard Identification No.: 60
Inland waterways
Proper shipping name: Carbamate pesticide, solid, toxic (contains pirimicarb
50%)
UN Number 2757
Class: 6.1
Item: Not known
Not known
Letter:
Hazard Identification No.: 60
Sea
Proper shipping name: Carbamate pesticide, solid, toxic (contains pirimicarb
50%)
UN Number 2757
Class: 6.1
Packaging group: III
Marine pollutant: P
Air
Proper shipping name: Carbamate pesticide, solid, toxic (contains pirimicarb
50%)
UN Number 2757
Class: 6.1
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15. Regulatory Information
Classification in accordance with The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for
Supply) Regulations 2002: CHIP 3.
Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:
Pirimicarb
Symbol(s): T Toxic
N Dangerous for the environment
R phrases: R20 Harmful by inhalation
R25 Toxic if swallowed
R36 Irritating to eyes
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment
S phrases: S1/2 Keep locked up and out of the reach of children
S13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs
S20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke
S22 Do not breathe dust
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice
S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way
S45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S57 Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental
contamination
S63 In case of accident by inhalation: remove casualty to fresh air
and keep at rest
Designated name: ARENA (contains pirimicarb 50%)
This product is covered by the Control of Pesticides Regulations, 1986, and is labelled
accordingly (MAPP 14028).
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16. Other Information
Health and Environmental Hazards
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2
R phrases: R25 Toxic if swallowed
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment
Recommended Uses: Agricultural Insecticide
Recommended Restrictions: Refer to statutory conditions on approved product label
Further information:
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20 June 2008
Date of First Issue:
Disclaimer: The information contained in this MSDS is designed to give general health and
safety guidance on the storage and transport of the substance/preparation to
which it relates. Requirements arising from a Risk Assessment of the
substance/preparation in a particular working environment should take
precedence over any of the guidance contained in this MSDS where there is a
difference in the information given. The information contained in this MSDS is
accurate at the date of publication and will be updated as and when appropriate.
Liability will not be accepted for any injury, loss or damage resulting from any
failure to take account of information or advice contained in this MSDS.
Compiled in accordance with EC Directive 91/155/EEC and subsequent
amendments EC Directives 93/112/EEC and 2001/58/EC.
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