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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY OR UNDERTAKING
Identification of the Substance or Preparation
Tradename PLENUM WG
Design Code A9364A
AGI Code 25642

Company identification
Company Syngenta Crop Protection UK Ltd
CPC4, Capital Park, Fulbourn, Cambridge CB21 5XE
Phone (01223) 883400
Fax (01223) 882195
Website www.syngenta-crop.co.uk
Emergency Phone +44 (0)1484 538444 (24h)

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

pymetrozine
CAS-No.: 123312-89-0
EC-No.: –
CONCENTRATION (%W/W): 50
HAZARD SYMBOLS: Xn
RISK PHRASES (R): 40, 52/53

naphthalene sulphonic acid, dibutyl-, sodium salt
CAS-No.: 25417-20-3
EC-No.: 246-960-6
CONCENTRATION (%W/W): 5–10
HAZARD SYMBOLS: Xn
RISK PHRASES (R): 20/22, 36/38

For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16.

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Limited evidence of carcinogenic effects. May form flammable dust-air mixture.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General advice: Have the product container, label or Material Safety Data Sheet with you when calling the Syngenta emergency number, a Poison Control Centre or physician, or going for treatment.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. Keep patient warm and at rest. Call a physician or Poison Control Centre immediately.
Skin contact: Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off immediately with plenty of water. If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
Eye contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses. Immediate medical attention is required.
Ingestion: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Do NOT induce vomiting.
Medical advice: There is no specific antidote available. Treat symptomatically.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Extinguishing media – small fires: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Extinguishing media – large fires: Use alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons: Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.
Specific hazards during fire fighting: Fire will spread by burning with flame. As the product contains combustible organic components, fire will produce dense black smoke containing hazardous products of combustion (see section 10). Exposure to decomposition products may be a hazard to health.
Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.
Further information: Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. Avoid dust formation.
Environmental precautions: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Methods for cleaning up: Contain spillage, pick up with an electrically protected vacuum cleaner or by wet-brushing and transfer to a container for disposal according to local regulations (see section 13). Do not create a powder cloud by using a brush or compressed air. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly.
Additional advice: If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Advice on safe handling: This material is capable of forming flammable dust clouds in air, which, if ignited, can produce a dust cloud explosion. Flames, hot surfaces, mechanical sparks and electrostatic discharges can serve as ignition sources for this material. Electrical equipment should be compatible with the flammability characteristics of this material. The flammability characteristics will be made worse if the material contains traces of flammable solvents or is handled in the presence of flammable solvents. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. For personal protection see section 8.

STORAGE
Requirements for storage areas and containers: Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Other data: Physically and chemically stable for at least 2 years when stored in the original unopened sales container at ambient temperatures.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Components with workplace control parameters

pymetrozine
Exposure limit(s): 0.8 mg/m3
Value type: 8 h TWA
Source: SYNGENTA

ENGINEERING MEASURES
Containment and/or segregation is the most reliable technical protection measure if exposure cannot be eliminated. The extent of these protection measures depends on the actual risks in use. If airborne dust is generated, use local exhaust ventilation controls. Assess exposure and use any additional measures to keep airborne levels below any relevant exposure limit. Where necessary, seek additional occupational hygiene advice.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
When using this product refer to the label for details. In all other cases, use the following Personal Protective Equipment:
Protective measures: The use of technical measures should always have priority over the use of personal protective equipment. When selecting personal protective equipment, seek appropriate professional advice. Personal protective equipment should be certified to appropriate standards.
Respiratory protection: A particulate filter respirator may be necessary until effective technical measures are installed. Protection provided by air-purifying respirators is limited. Use a self-contained breathing apparatus in cases of emergency spills, when exposure levels are unknown, or under any circumstances where air-purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection.
Hand protection: Chemical resistant gloves should be used. Gloves should be certified to an appropriate standard. Gloves should have a minimum breakthrough time that is appropriate to the duration of exposure. The breakthrough time of gloves varies according to the thickness, material and manufacturer. Gloves should be changed when breakthrough is suspected. Suitable material: nitrile rubber.
Eye protection: Eye protection is not usually required. Follow any site specific eye protection policies.
Skin and body protection: Assess the exposure and select chemical resistant clothing based on the potential for contact and the permeation / penetration characteristics of the clothing material. Wash with soap and water after removing protective clothing. Decontaminate clothing before re-use, or use disposable equipment (suits, aprons, sleeves, boots, etc.). Wear as appropriate: Dust impervious protective suit.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: Granules.
Colour: Beige to brown.
Odour: Weak.
pH Value: 7–11 (1% w/v).
Flammability (solid, gas): Not highly flammable.
Dust Explosion Class: Forms flammable dust clouds.
Minimum Ignition Energy: <1 J
Oxidising Properties: Not oxidising.
Explosive Properties: Not explosive.
Bulk Density: 0.4–0.6 g/cm3
Miscibility: Miscible.
Solubility in Other solvents Not soluble.
Surface Tension: 63.9–64.0 mN/m (20 °C).

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Hazardous decomposition products: Combustion or thermal decomposition will evolve toxic and irritant vapours.
Hazardous reactions: None known. Hazardous polymerisation does not occur. Stable under normal conditions.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Toxicity LD50: > 5000 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Dermal Toxicity LD50: > 2000 mg/kg (rat)
Acute Inhalation Toxicity LC50: > 3090 mg/m3 (rat; 4 h)
Skin Irritation: Non irritant (rabbit)
Eye Irritation: Non irritant (rabbit)
Sensitisation: Not sensitising (maximisation test: guinea pig)
Not sensitising (Buehler test: guinea pig)

Long Term Toxicity: Did not show mutagenic or teratogenic effects in animal experiments. Increased levels of liver tumours were observed at high doses in rats and mice. The relevance of these findings to humans is questionable. Did not show reproductive toxicity effects in animal experiments.

This information applies to pymetrozine. No adverse effects in humans are expected at levels below the occupational exposure limit and when the product is handled and used according to the label.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ELIMINATION INFORMATION (PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY)
Bioaccumulation: Pymetrozine has low potential for bioaccumulation.
Stability in water: Pymetrozine is not persistent in water.
Stability in soil: Pymetrozine is of low to moderate persistence in soil.
Mobility: Pymetrozine has slight mobility in soil.

ECOTOXICITY EFFECTS
Toxicity to Fish LC50: > 100 mg/l (Oncorhynchus mykiss (Rainbow trout); 96 h)
Toxicity to Algae ErC50: > 100 mg/l (Selenastrum capricornutum (green algae); 72 h)
Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates EC50: > 100 mg/l (Daphnia magna (water flea); 48 h)

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Product: Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used container. Do not dispose of waste into sewer. Where possible recycling is preferred to disposal or incineration. If recycling is not practicable, dispose of in compliance with local regulations.
Contaminated packaging: Empty remaining contents. Triple rinse containers. Empty containers should be taken for local recycling or waste disposal. Do not re-use empty containers.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Rail/Road (RID/ADR), Sea (IMDG-Code) & Air (ICAO/IATA)
Not classified as dangerous goods.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbol/Classification
Xn HARMFUL

Risk phrases (R)
40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect

Safety phrases (S)
2 Keep out of the reach of children.
13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
20/21 When using, do not eat, drink or smoke
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves

Special label
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.

16. OTHER INFORMATION
Always read the label. Use pesticides safely.
Product registration number: MAPP 10652
Based on SDS release date: 07/06/2006, version 8. DPD compliant.

Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R20/22 Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

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