Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 1/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product information
Trade name MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB
Product code (UVP) 05666341
Usage insecticide
Company Bayer Environmental Science
230 Cambridge Science Park
Milton Road
Cambridge
Cambridgeshire CB4 0WB
Great Britain
Telephone +44(0)1223 226500
Telefax +44(0)1223 426240
Emergency telephone number 0800-220876 (UK 24 hr)
+44(0)1603-242424 (Overseas 24 hr)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical nature
Granule (GR)
Imidacloprid 0,5%
Hazardous components
Chemical Name CAS-No. / Symbol(s) R-phrase(s) Concentration [%]
EINECS-No.
Imidacloprid 138261-41-3 Xn R22, R52 0.50
Aluminium oxide 1344-28-1 > 1.00 - < 5.00
215-691-6
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk advice to man and the environment
Irritating to eyes.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice
Move out of dangerous area. If the patient is likely to become unconscious, place and transport
in stable sideways position. Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately.
Inhalation
Move the patient to fresh air and keep at rest. Call a physician or poison control center
immediately.
Skin contact
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. Take medical treatment.
Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 2/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
Eye contact
In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with water. Call a physician immediately.
Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth.
Notes to Physician
Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Monitoring of respiratory and cardiac functions.
Gastric lavage, then charcoal (carbo medicalis) and sodium sulfate.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
water spray
carbon dioxide (CO2)
foam
sand
Specific hazards during fire fighting
In the event of fire the following can be released:
hydrogen chloride (HCl)
hydrogen cyanide (hydrocyanic acid)
carbon monoxide (CO)
nitrogen oxides (NOx)
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters
In the event of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes.
Use breathing apparatus.
Further information
Contain the spread of the fire-fighting media.
Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions
Avoid contact with spilled product or contaminated surfaces.
Wear personal protective equipment. Unprotected persons must be kept away.
Environmental Precautions
Do not discharge into the drains/surface water/groundwater.
If spillage enters drains leading to sewage works inform local water company immediately.
If spillage enters rivers or watercourses, inform the Environment Agency (emergency telephone
number 0800 807060).
Methods for Cleaning Up
Use mechanical handling equipment.
Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly, observing environmental regulations.
Additional Advice
Information regarding personal protective equipment, see section 8.
Information regarding waste disposal, see section 13.
Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 3/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Advice on safe handling
Use only in area provided with appropriate exhaust ventilation.
Storage
Requirements for storage areas and containers
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Store in original container.
Store in a place accessible by authorized persons only.
Advice on common storage
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Storage stability
Storage temperature < 40 掳C
Suitable materials
HDPE (high density polyethylene)
Suitable materials
Only use containers that are approved specifically for the product.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Refer to COSHH assessment (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (Amendment)
Regulations 2004). Engineering controls should be used in preference to personal
protective equipment wherever practicable. Refer also to COSHH Essentials.
Components with workplace control parameters
Components CAS-No. Control parameters Update Basis
Aluminium oxide 1344-28-1 10 mg/m3 2005 EH40 WEL
(Inhalable dust.) (TWA)
Aluminium oxide 1344-28-1 4 mg/m3 2005 EH40 WEL
(Respirable dust.) (TWA)
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory Protection Wear respirator conforming to EN149FFP1.
Respiratory protection should only be used to control residual risk of
short duration activities, when all reasonably practicable steps have
been taken to reduce exposure at source e.g. containment and/or
local extract ventilation. Always follow respirator manufacturer's
instructions regarding wearing and maintenance.
Hand Protection Wear CE Marked (or equivalent) nitrile rubber gloves (minimum
thickness 0,40 mm). Wash when contaminated. Dispose of when
contaminated inside, when perforated or when contamination
outside cannot be removed. Wash hands always before eating,
drinking, smoking or using the toilet.
Eye protection Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of Use 5 or equivalent).
Skin and body protection Wear standard coverall and type 5 suit.
Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 4/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
Wear two layers of clothing wherever possible. Polyester/cotton or
cotton overalls should be worn under chemical protection suit and
should be professionally laundered frequently.
Hygiene measures
Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.
Keep working clothes separately.
Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Remove soiled and/or soaked clothing immediately and clean thoroughly before using again.
Garments that cannot be cleaned must be destroyed (burnt).
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance
Form granular
Colour grey
Odour slight, specific odour
Safety data
pH 8.8 at 10 %
Water Solubility at 20 掳C
insoluble
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.
Materials to avoid None.
Hazardous Reactions No hazardous reactions when stored and handled according to
prescribed instructions.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Toxicity LD50 (rat) > 2,500 mg/kg
Acute Dermal Toxicity LD50 (rat) > 2,000 mg/kg
Skin Irritation Non-irritant. (rabbit)
Eye Irritation irritating (rabbit)
Sensitization Non-sensitizing. (guinea pig)
OECD Test Guideline 406, Buehler test
Sensitization Non-sensitizing. (guinea pig)
OECD Test Guideline 406, Magnusson & Kligman test
Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 5/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity effects
Toxicity to Fish LC50 (Rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)) 211 mg/l
Exposure time: 96 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient imidacloprid.
Toxicity to daphnia EC50 (Water flea (Daphnia magna)) 85 mg/l
Exposure time: 48 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient imidacloprid.
Toxicity to algae EC50 (Desmodesmus subspicatus) > 10 mg/l
Growth rate Exposure time: 72 h
The value mentioned relates to the active ingredient imidacloprid.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product
In accordance with current regulations may be taken to waste disposal site or incineration plant,
after consultation with site operator and/or with the responsible authority.
Advice may be obtained from the local waste regulation authority (part of the Environment
Agency in the UK).
Contaminated packaging
Empty remaining contents.
Do not use containers for other products.
Clean container with water.
Rinsed packaging may be acceptable for landfill, otherwise incineration will be required in
accordance with local regulations.
Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed of as product waste.
Waste key for the unused product
020108 agrochemical waste containing dangerous substances
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADNR Not dangerous goods
ADR Not dangerous goods
GGVE Not dangerous goods
GGVS Not dangerous goods
IATA_C Not dangerous goods
IATA_P Not dangerous goods
IMDG Not dangerous goods
RID Not dangerous goods
UK 'Carriage' Regulations Not dangerous goods
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This product has been classified in accordance with The Chemicals (Hazard Information and
Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002: CHIP 3 and any subsequent amendments.
Bayer Environmental Science
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC Directive 2001/58/EC
MERIT TURF GR0,5 1X10KG BOX GB 6/6
Version 1 / GB Revision Date: 21.02.2006
102000007882 Print Date: 24.02.2006
Classification:
Labelling according to EEC Directive
Hazardous components which must be listed on the label:
鈥? Imidacloprid
Symbol(s)
Xi Irritant
R-phrase(s)
R36 Irritating to eyes.
Exceptional labelling
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Further information
WHO-classification: III (Slightly hazardous)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R52 Harmful to aquatic organisms.
The above information is intended to give general health and safety guidance on the storage and
transport of the product.
It is not intended to apply to the use of the product for which purposes the product label and any
appropriate technical usage literature available should be consulted and any relevant licenses,
consents or approvals complied with.
The requirements or recommendations of any relevant site or working procedure, system or policy in
force or arising from any risk assessment involving the substance or product should take precedence
over any of the guidance contained in this safety data sheet where there is a difference in the
information given.
The information provided in this safety data sheet is accurate at the date of publication and will be
updated as and when appropriate.
No liability will be accepted for any injury, loss or damage resulting from any failure to take account
of information or advice contained in this safety data sheet.
Changes since the last version are highlighted in the margin. This version replaces all previous
versions.
|