SAFETY DATA SHEET
LEGUMEX EXTRA
1415 3.00 GB Current 29.11.2000
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY
Trade Name LEGUMEX EXTRA
Product (Specification) Code 1415
Aventis CropScience Product Code AE B107687 07 SL29 A1
Usage Solution concentrate (water based) Herbicide
Appearance Clear dark brown liquid
Manufacturer/Supplier Aventis CropScience UK Limited
Address Hauxton
Cambridge
CB2 5HU
Phone Number 01277 301125
Fax Number 01223 872142
Emergency Phone Number 0800 220876 (24 hr UK)
+44 1603 242424 (24 hr Overseas)
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous Components in Product for EC
Component Name CAS No Conc. %w/w R Phrases Classification
1. 2,4-DB sodium salt 10433-59-7 20.30 as free acid R20/21/22 Xn
2. MCPA potassium salt 5221-16-9 3.70 as free acid R20/21/22 Xn
3. Benazolin potassium salt 67338-65-2 2.30 as free acid
4. Trisodium nitrilotriacetate 5064-31-3 1.00 < 5.00 R36 Xi
5. Potassium Hydroxide 1310-58-3 1.00 < 5.00 R22, R35 C
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main Hazards Harmful in contact with skin.
4. FIRST-AID MEASURES
Eyes Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes and obtain medical
aid.
Skin Carefully remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and
water. Seek medical aid if at all worried.
Ingestion Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Keep patient at rest and
seek medical advice.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air and keep at rest. Obtain medical aid if at all
worried.
Advice to Physicians Brief Summary of Symptoms and Signs:
Local Contamination: Skin and eye irritation.
Systemic Poisoning: None documented to-date but, possibility of myotonic
spasms , ataxia , inco-ordination and over-heating following ingestion .
Treatment:
Local Contamination: Symptomatic after decontamination. Treat as documented
above under 鈥橣irst-Aid Measures鈥?.
Systemic Poisoning: Initial treatment should be symptomatic and supportive. In
the event of a large amount being ingested the following measures should be
considered:
1. Carry out gastric lavage and charcoal administration . Cathartics may also
help.
2. Promote alkaline diuresis and maintain fluid balance. Monitor E.C.G. in severe
cases.
3. Control spasms with Diazepam. Quinidine may also be useful for muscle
tremors and cardiac arrythmias.
4. Do not use Adrenalin or its analogues.
Recovery is expected to be spontaneous.
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4. FIRST-AID MEASURES (continued)
Further advice is available from;
Aventis CropScience UK Limited via the emergency telephone number above or
from the nearest Poisons Unit.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media Product is not combustible. If product is involved in a fire, use waterspray, foam,
dry powder, carbon dioxide or sand.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media None.
Special Exposure Hazards May give off toxic fumes if heated to decomposition.
Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighting Do not breathe fumes. Wear self contained breathing apparatus.
Fire Fighting Guidance If possible and without risk, remove intact containers from exposure to fire.
Otherwise, spray unopened containers with water to keep cool. Whenever
possible , contain fire-fighting water by bunding area with sand or earth.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions Avoid contact with spilled material or contaminated surfaces. If ordinary clothing
becomes contaminated remove it immediately. When dealing with the spillage do
not eat, drink or smoke and wear personal protective clothing as detailed in
Section 8.
Environmental Precautions Keep people and animals away. Prevent entry into drains, sewers and
watercourses. In the UK if spillage enters drains leading to sewage works inform
local water company plc immediately. If spillage enters rivers or watercourses,
inform the Environment Agency (emergency telephone number 0800 807060).
Overseas, inform the appropriate authority immediately.
Spillages Contain/absorb spillage in sand/earth or in a suitable inert material. Transfer
collected material to heavy duty plastic drums and keep safe for disposal.
Note Check also for any local site procedures in force.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling No specific precautions required when handling unopened containers; follow any
relevant manual handling guidance. Refer to Section 8 if exposure to product is
possible. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating,
drinking or smoking.
Storage Store in original packs/containers in a dry secure area designated for pesticides
with access for authorised staff only. Store away from seeds, fertilizers and
animal feedstuffs.
Technical Storage Measures Protect from frost.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Occupational Exposure Standards
1. Product None assigned.
Engineering Control Measures Refer to any applicable COSHH assessments. Engineering controls should be
used where practicable in preference to personal protection.
Respiratory Protection None required when handling the product.
Hand Protection Wear chemical resistant PVC or nitrile gloves.
Eye Protection Wear safety goggles with unperforated side shield or goggles (conforming to BS
EN 166 or BS 2092 for older goggles).
Other Wear PVC or chemical resistant disposable overalls and PVC boots.
Other Information If feasible, decontaminate protective clothing before removal. Where
decontamination is not feasible (before or after removal) dispose of as
contaminated waste.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Liquid.
Colour Dark Brown.
Odour Faint. Phenolic.
pH Range between 9.6 to 10.
Boiling Range/Point (deg C) Not determined.
Melting Point/Freezing Point (deg C) Not determined.
Flash Point (deg C) Non-combustible.
Explosion Limits (%) None.
Solubility in Water Miscible.
Vapour Pressure As for water
Density (g/ml) 1.17 at 20 掳C.
Flammability Not combustible
Auto-flammability (deg C) Not applicable
Explosive Properties None.
Oxidising Properties None.
Vapour Density (Air = 1) As for water
Dust Explosion Data Not applicable
Summary/Other Data A non-combustible liquid.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability Stable at ambient conditions.
Conditions to Avoid None.
Materials to Avoid None under normal conditions of use.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Inhalation Low toxicity.
Skin and Eye Contact Harmful in contact with skin; rat dermal LD50 > 2950 mg/kg. Slight and
reversible irritant to rabbit skin and eyes (labelling not indicated).
Ingestion Low toxicity; rat oral LD50 > 2520 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity 2,4-DB; No data.
MCPA; Not carcinogenic.
Benazolin; No data.
Genotoxicity No data.
Reproductive Toxicity 2,4-DB; No data.
MCPA; Not teratogenic in the rat or rabbit.
Benazolin; No data.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility No data.
Persistence/Degradability 2,4-DB; Soil DT50 < 7 days.
MCPA; Soil DT50 < 7 days.
Benazolin; Soil DT50 14 to 28 days.
Bio-accumulation 2,4-DB; No data.
MCPA; Log Pow = 2.75 (pH 1.0, 25 deg. C), 0.46 (pH 5.0, 25 deg. C).
Benazolin; Log Pow = 1.34 (pH 2.0 and 7.0, 20 deg. C).
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION (continued)
Aquatic Toxicity 2,4-DB; 96 hr LC50 rainbow trout 4 mg/l (amine salt and esters) .
MCPA; 96 hr LC50 rainbow trout 232 mg/l, 48 hr EC50 daphnia > 100 mg/l.
Benazolin; 96 hr LC50 rainbow trout 31.3 mg/l, bluegill sunfish 27 mg/l, 48 hr
EC50 daphnia 233.4 mg/l.
Other Toxicity 2,4-DB; Low toxicity to the following species; bees .
MCPA; Acute oral LD50 bobwhite quail 377 mg/kg.
Benazolin; Low toxicity to the following species; bees .
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product Disposal Disposal of product would usually be by incineration in an appropriately licensed
commercial incinerator. Small quantities may be accepted in licensed landfill
sites. Advice may be obtained from the local waste regulation authority (part of
the Environment Agency in the UK). In the UK disposal arrangements should be
in accordance with the Duty of Care Regulations and, where applicable, with the
Special Waste Regulations.
Container Disposal Lightly contaminated packaging may be acceptable for landfill, otherwise
incineration will be required. See above for advice.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number Not dangerous for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name Not dangerous for transport
UN Class Not dangerous for transport
UN Packaging Group Not dangerous for transport
ADR/RID - Description Not dangerous for transport
CDG(CPL) - Description Not dangerous for transport
IMDG - Proper Shipping Name Not dangerous for transport
IMDG - Ems Number None.
IMDG - MFAG Table Number None.
ICAO - Proper Shipping Name Not dangerous for transport
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Risk symbol None
Hazard Classification Not classified
Designated Name Legumex Extra (contains 2,4-DB 237 g/l, MCPA 42.8 g/l and benazolin 27 g/l )
R phrases Not classified
S phrases 36/37-Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. 45-In case of accident or if
you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986: KEEP LIVESTOCK OUT of treated areas until foliage of poisonous weeds such
Precautions as ragwort have died and become unpalatable.
HARMFUL TO FISH OR OTHER AQUATIC LIFE. Do not contaminate surface
waters or ditches with chemical or used container.
WASH CONCENTRATE from skin or eyes immediately.
WASH HANDS AND EXPOSED SKIN before meals and after work.
KEEP IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, tightly closed in a safe place.
WASH OUT CONTAINER THOROUGHLY, empty washings into spray tank
and dispose of safely.
This container must not be re-used.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION (continued)
Note The labelling information above is that which has been approved under 鈥橳he
Control of Pesticide Regulations 1986鈥? and may differ from that indicated by any
toxicological and/or other testing otherwise indicated in this 鈥橲afety Data Sheet鈥? If
you require any further clarification please contact Aventis CropScience UK
Limited via the phone number quoted elsewhere in this 鈥橲afety Data Sheet鈥?.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
MSDS first issued 30 October 1995
MSDS data revised 29 November 2000
Revisions Highlighted R Phrases
Hazard Classification
Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986: Precautions
Footnote This Safety Data Sheet was prepared in compliance with Commission Directive
93/112/EC, 67/548/EEC and 88/379/EEC as well as their relevant
ammendments, on the approximation of laws, regulations and administrative
provisions relative to the classification, packaging and labelling of dangerous
substances and preparations.
Disclaimer
The above information is intended to give general health and safety guidance on the storage and transport of the substance or
product to which it relates. It is not intended to apply to the use of the substance or product for which purposes the substance or
product label and any appropriate technical usage literature available should be consulted and any relevant licences, 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.
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