Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of Issue December 1999
Company Dow AgroSciences Australia Ltd
ACN 003 771 659
Address Level 5, 20 Rodborough Road
Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
Customer Service Toll Free Number (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm EST) 1800 700 096
Emergency Telephone Number (24 hours) 1800 033 882
(EMERGENCIES ONLY)
Garlon* 600 Herbicide Page 1 of Total 4
Not Hazardous according to the criteria of The National Occupational Health & Safety Commission
(NOHSC).
I. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Garlon 600 Herbicide. Dangerous Goods Class: None allocated.
Shipping Names: None. Sub Risk Class: None allocated.
Product Code: IWD 34831. Packaging Group: None allocated.
UN No: None allocated. Poison Schedule: S6.
Hazchem Code: None allocated.
Uses: For the control of a range of woody weeds as specified on the label.
PHYSICAL APPEARANCE & PROPERTIES
Appearance: Clear amber liquid. Specific gravity: 1.201 g/mL at 20掳C.
Boiling point: 150掳C at 100kPa. Solubility in water: Emulsifiable.
Volatile materials: No specific data. Expected to Corrosiveness: Not corrosive.
be low at 100掳C.
1.0 x 10-5 mm Hg at 33掳C
Vapour Pressure:
Flashpoint: 95掳C (seta flash). (triclopyr butoxyethyl ester),
0.14 mm Hg at 20掳C
(glycolether).
INGREDIENTS
Chemical Entity CAS No. Proportion
Triclopyr butoxyethyl ester (sufficient
to give 600 g/L of the acid equivalent) 064700-56-7 860 g/L
Glycolether (solvent) <225 g/L
Other non hazardous ingredients <150 g/L
* Trademark of Dow AgroSciences.
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II. HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Note: The data generated below is for the product Garlon 600 Herbicide, unless otherwise stated.
A. Health Effects
Acute
Swallowed: The acute oral toxicity is low and small amounts ingested incidentally due to industrial handling
are not likely to be harmful. The oral LD50 for rat is above 2000 mg/kg. Ingestion of larger
amounts may cause injury.
Eye: May cause temporary, moderate eye irritation.
Skin: The acute dermal toxicity is low and a single prolonged dermal exposure is not likely to result in
absorption of harmful amounts.The acute dermal LD50 for rabbit is above 2000 mg/kg.
Inhaled: The acute inhalation toxicity is low and absorption of harmful amounts by inhalation is unlikely.
Prolonged exposure to the solvent vapour from the concentrate may cause eye and respiratory
irritation, headache, dizziness and narcotic effects.
Chronic
No specific data is available for the product for chronic exposure symptoms. Rats and mice administered the
active ingredient, triclopyr, in long-term carcinogenicity studies showed no increase in tumours when
compared to the untreated groups. Studies in rats and rabbits indicated that triclopyr does not cause birth
defects or interfere with reproduction. Triclopyr does not cause genetic change and does not accumulate in
the body. The ingredients are not listed as carcinogenic in NOHSC鈥檚 document 鈥淓xposure Standards for
Atmospheric Contaminants in the Occupational Environment鈥? (May 1995).
B. First Aid
General: Consult The National Poisons Information Centre (Ph: 13 11 26) or a Doctor in every case of
suspected chemical poisoning. Never give fluids or induce vomiting if a patient is unconscious or
convulsing regardless of cause of injury. If breathing difficulties occur seek medical attention
immediately.
Swallowed: If swallowed, and if more than 15 minutes from hospital, induce vomiting, preferably using
Ipecac Syrup APF. Get to a doctor or hospital quickly.
Skin: If on skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Eyes: If in eyes, hold eyes open, and flood with water for at least 15 minutes and see a doctor.
Inhalation: If affected, remove from contaminated area to fresh air. If ill-effects persist, consult a doctor.
Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically with supportive care.
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III. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Standards: A time weighted average (TWA) concentration for an 8 hour day, and 5 day week has not
been established by The National Occupational Health & Safety Commission for any of the
major ingredients in this product. There is a blanket limit of 10 mg/m3 for dusts or mists
when limits have not otherwise been established. The nature of this product makes it unlikely
that this level will be approached in normal use. The ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake) for
triclopyr is set at 0.005 mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL (No-observable-effect-level)
is set at 0.5 mg/kg/day. Values taken from Australian ADI List, May 1995.
Engineering Controls: In industrial situations, concentration values below the TWA value should be maintained.
Values may be reduced by process modification, use of local exhaust ventilation, capturing
substances at the source, or other methods. If you believe air borne concentrations of mists,
dusts or vapours are high, you are advised to modify the process or environment to reduce
the problem.
Personal Protection: Poisonous if swallowed. May irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
When opening the container, preparing the spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton
overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat and elbow length rubber gloves
(when using with diesel, nitrile gloves should be worn instead of rubber gloves). Wash hands
after use. After each day鈥檚 use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing.
IV. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage & Transport:
Not classified as a dangerous good. No special storage and transport requirements. This product has no UN
classification. This product is an S6 Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage of
this class of product. Containers should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Avoid contact with food,
foodstuff empties, feedstuffs, fertilisers, seeds, clothing, drugs or other household goods during transport and
storage. Keep from extreme heat and open flames, and make sure that the product does not come into contact with
substances listed under "Materials to avoid" below.
Spills
Small Spill: Wear protective equipment (see Personal Protection). Apply absorbent material such as earth, sand,
clay granules or cat litter to the spill. Sweep up material when absorption is completed and contain in a
refuse vessel for disposal in the same manner as for containers (see Disposal Section). If necessary
wash the spill area with an alkali detergent and water and absorb the wash liquid for disposal as above.
Prevent entry of chemical or used/damaged containers into drains, streams or waterways.
Large Spill: Wear protective equipment (see Personal Protection). Clear area of all unprotected personnel. Place
leaking containers into salvage drums. Apply absorbent material such as earth, sand or cat litter to the
spill area. Form a barricade around spill and in front of drains or waterways in spill vicinity, using earth
or other available material. Prevent entry of chemical or used/damaged containers into drains, streams
or waterways.
Contact Emergency Services on 000 immediately and notify Dow AgroSciences Australia
Limited on 1800 033 882 (24 hours) or 1800 700 096 (Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm EST).
Disposal
Contaminated material must be disposed of in accordance with all State and/or Local regulations.
Small quantities Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to spray
and containers: tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemicals on site. If recycling container, 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.
Large quantities: Contact Dow AgroSciences and seek advice.
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Fire & Explosion Hazard
This product is classified as a C1 combustible product. There is a slight risk of an explosion from this product if it is
involved in a fire.
Flashpoint: 95掳C (seta flash)
Flammability limits: Not applicable. This product is not flammable.
Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog.
Special Fire If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade.
Fighting procedures: Immediately evacuate the area of unnecessary personnel. When fighting fires involving
significant quantities of this product, wear safety boots, non-flammable overalls, gloves, hat,
goggles and respirator. All skin areas should be covered.
Unusual Fire & Fire decomposition products from this product may form toxic and corrosive
Explosion Hazards: mixtures in confined spaces. Vapours from this product are heavier than air and may
accumulate in sumps, pits and other low-lying spaces, forming potentially explosive mixtures.
They may also flash back considerable distances. Violent steam generation or eruption may
occur upon application of direct water stream on hot liquids.
Stability: This product is unlikely to spontaneously decompose.
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to spontaneously polymerise.
Decomposition Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke.
Products: Nitrogen, and under some circumstances, oxides of nitrogen. Hydrogen chloride gas,
chlorides, and in some circumstances, phosgene. Water.
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents.
V. OTHER INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity Data
Triclopyr butoxyethyl ester is toxic to fish, moderately toxic to aquatic organisms and livestock and slightly toxic to
birds. It has low toxicity to honey bees. In soil and water, triclopyr butoxyethyl ester hydrolyses to triclopyr acid which
has low toxicity to fish, aquatic organisms, livestock, birds and honey bees. Triclopyr does not bioaccumulate in animal
systems.
Environmental Fate
Triclopyr butoxyethyl ester is rapidly hydrolysed to triclopyr acid in soil and water. Triclopyr acid is degraded by
microbial action and photodecomposition. Triclopyr acid, in soil, has a half-life of approximately forty days, depending
on soil and climatic conditions. In water, triclopyr acid will decompose rapidly with a half-life of one to two days.
Minimal leaching of triclopyr acid may occur in light soils under high rainfall conditions. Contamination of ground
water by triclopyr is highly unlikely. If used according to the label, Garlon 600 Herbicide will not be harmful to the
environment.
VI. CONTACT POINT
FOR FURTHER PRODUCT INFORMATION CALL DOW AGROSCIENCES CUSTOMER SERVICE
REPRESENTATIVES TOLL FREE 1800 700 096 DURING BUSINESS HOURS.
THIS MSDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT AND HOW TO
SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER SHOULD READ THIS MSDS AND CONSIDER THE INFORMATION
IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE INCLUDING IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER
PRODUCTS. IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE
MADE, THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY. THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS
AND CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENT TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
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