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Material Safety Data Sheet
CROPRO BUZZARD1 INSECTICIDE
This Product is Harmful if Swallowed. It is Designated a Hazardous Substance According to the
Criteria of the National Occupational Health & Safety Commission
PCT International
252 Bradman Street
ACA CIA RIDGE QLD 4110
(07) 3345 4344
IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Cropro Buzzard Insecticide
Other Names: alpha-cypermethrin, alphamethrin
Formulation Type: Emulsifiable concentrate
UN No.: None Allocated
Dangerous Goods Class: None Allocated
Hazchem Code: None Allocated
Packing Group: None Allocated
Poison Schedule: S6
Use: Synthetic pyrethroid insecticide
Physical Description/Properties:
Appearance: Clear and bright pale straw liquid
Specific Gravity About 0.92 Kg/L at 20 degrees Celcius
Flash Point: Not applicable
Flammability Limits: Non-flammable
Solubility in Water: Product emulsifies in water
Solvent Odour Aromatic hydrocarbon odour
Ingredients:
Chemical Name CAS No. Proportion
Alpha-cypermethrin 67375-30-8 100 g/L
Aromatic Hydrocarbon Solvent 64742-94-5 > 700 g/L
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects:
Acute If Ingested: Toxic if swallowed
Eye: The material should not be allowed in contact with the eyes. May be
moderately irritating to the eyes.
Skin: The material should not be allowed in contact with the skin. Minimally
irritating to the skin. May cause dermal sensitisation or skin tingling.
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Inhalation: This product may be harmful if inhaled. Avoid breathing vapour/spray/fumes.
Inhalation of aromatic hydrocarbon vapours may cause dizziness, disturbances
in vision, and irritation to the eyes, skin and mucous membrane of the
respiratory or gastrointestinal tract.
Chronic: No data available on this formulation. In studies with laboratory animals,
alpha-cypermethrin technical did not cause teratogenicity or reproductive
toxicity. The overall results from a battery of genotoxicity studies indicate that
alpha-cypermethrin is not genotoxic. Ames test results were negative. Kidney
and liver damage is possible from over-exposure to aromatic hydrocarbons
over long periods. Some reversible haematopoietic depression has been
observed in animals with extended exposure to aromatic hydrocarbons.
First Aid
Ingested: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre 13 11 26.
If more than 15 minutes from a hospital, induce vomiting, preferably using
Ipecac Syrup APF. Rinse mouth with water. Give plenty of water to drink. Do
not induce vomiting or give anything by mouth if the patient is unconscious.
Get to a hospital or doctor quickly.
Eye: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation persists
seek medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and wash contact area with flowing water and
soap. Launder clothing before re-use.
Inhaled: Remove from source of vapour to fresh air. If breathing discomfort occurs
contact a medical doctor. If breathing stops then start artificial respiration and
seek a doctor.
First Aid Facilities: Normal workplace facilities and equipment. A supply of Ipecac syrup should
be kept on hand.
Advice to Doctor: Alpha-cypermethrin, the active ingredient in this product is a pyrethroid
insecticide. The formulation also contains liquid hydrocarbons that can cause
severe pneumonitis or fatal pulmonary oedema if aspirated. Consideration
should be given to gastric lavage with an endotracheal tube in place. Treatment
is otherwise symptomatic and supportive. In cases of skin contact, it has been
reported that topical applications of Vitamin E acetate was found to have very
high therapeutic value, eliminating almost 100% of the skin pain associated
with synthetic pyrethroids.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards: None
Engineering Controls: Use only in well ventilated areas
Health Surveillance:
Flammability: Non-flammable.
Personal Protection:
Eyes: Eye protection should be worn when splashing is possible. Wear splash proof
goggles or a full face shield. Consult AS 1336 and 1337. If product in eyes,
wash it out immediately with water.
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Clothing: When opening the container and preparing spray wear cotton overalls buttoned
to the neck and wrist. Wear a washable hat. Consult AS 2919. If clothing
becomes contaminated with product, or wet with spray remove clothing
immediately. If product or spray gets on skin, immediately wash area with soap
and water.
Gloves: Avoid contact with the skin. Wear gauntlet style chemical protective gloves
made of rubber or neoprene PVC. Inspect regularly for leaks. Consult AS
2161.
Respiratory: Do not breathe vapour/spray/fumes. Use an organic-chemical cartridge
respirator when working in poorly ventilated areas or where there is potential
for spray mist, splashing or vapours. Consult AS 1715.
Other: Do not eat, drink or smoke until after washing. Wash thoroughly after
handling. After each days use wash personal protection equipment, including
gloves, goggles or face shield, respirator face piece and contaminated clothing.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport: Store in tightly sealed original containers in a dry, cool, well ventilated, secure
area, away from sources of heat or ignition. Store away from fertilisers, seed,
feed and food. Keep out of reach of children, unauthorised persons and
animals.
Not classified as dangerous goods according to the Australian Code for the
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road or Rail.
Spills and Disposal: In the case of spillage contain and absorb spilled material with absorbent
material such as sand, clay or cat litter and dispose of waste as indicated below
or according to the Australian Standard 2507 - Storage and Handling of
Pesticides. Wear prescribed protective clothing and equipment. Keep out
animals and unprotected persons. Keep material out of streams and sewers.
Vacuum, shovel or pump waste into an approved drum. To decontaminate spill
area, tools and equipment, wash with a suitable solution (i.e. organic solvent,
detergent, bleach or caustic) and add the solution to the drums of wastes
already collected. Label for contents. Dispose of drummed wastes, including
decontamination solution, in accord with Avcare guidelin es. Do not discharge
into drains.
Dispose of empty, used containers by triple rinsing or, preferably pressure
rinsing. Add the rinsate to the spray tank or dispose of the rinsate in a disposal
pit away from desirable plants and their roots and watercourses. DO NOT
dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling, replace cap and return
clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling,
break, crush or puncture and bury empty containers in a local authority landfill.
If no landfill is available, bury the containers below 500 mm in a disposal pit
specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable
vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt.
Fire/Explosion Hazard: Degree of Hazard - Combustible liquid. Material may support combustion at
elevated temperatures. Sealed, overheated containers may present an explosion
hazard. Thermal decomposition and burning may produce toxic by-products.
Extinguishing Media - Soft stream w ater fog, Foam, CO2 or dry chemical.
Contain all runoff.
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Special Fire Fighting Procedures - Isolate fire area. Evacuate downwind
residents. Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Do not breathe or contact smoke, gases or vapours generated. Try to keep
containers cool with soft stream water fog.
Hazardous Decomposition Products - Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide,
hydrogen cyanide, chlorine, and hydrogen chloride.
OTHER INFORMATION
The physical and environmental properties and environmental toxicology of alpha-cypermethrin are similar to
cypermethrin. The information provided below refers to cypermethrin.
Environmental Properties: Cypermethrin is rapidly degraded in soil with a half life of 2 to 4 weeks. It is rapidly
hydrolysed under basic con ditions (pH = 9) but, under acidic and neutral conditions, hydrolysis half life can be 20 to 29
days. Cypermethrin has a high affinity for organic matter and a Log POW of 5.0, yet, because of the ease with which the
material undergoes degradation, it has a very low potential for bioaccumulation. It is not mobile in soil.
Environmental Toxicology: Cypermethrin is considered highly toxic to fish and aquatic arthropods and has LC50 values
which range from 0.004 micro g/L to 3.6 micro g/L. The aquatic arthropods tend to be some of the more sensitive species.
Oral LD50 values are greater than 10,248 mg/kg.
Alpha-cypermethrin is toxic to fish and aquatic arthropods. Do not contaminate sewers, drains, dams, creeks or any other
waterways with product or the used container.
This product is a registered agricultural chemical with the Federal Department of Primary Industry & Energy鈥檚
National Registration Authority. A comprehensive package of toxicological and environmental data for the active
ingredients is held by the federal health and environment authorities. This data has been evaluated by expert,
independent toxicologists and environmental scientists.
ALWAYS READ THE PRODUCT LABEL BEFORE USE. FOLLOW ALL DIRECTIONS FOR
USE, LABEL WARNINGS AND SAFETY DIRECTIONS.
Contact Point: Ph: 1800 630 877 Date: October 2000
The information above is correct and accurate to the best of our knowledge. However no warranty, expressed or
implied is made as to its accuracy or completeness of data herein. Further research and investigation maybe
required for your particular use of this product.
PCT INTERNATIONAL
252 Bradman Street
ACACIA RIDGE QLD 4110
Email: Technical@pct.au.com
Web Site: http://pct.au.com
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