Skirmish, Safety Data, Herbicides, Syngenta Crop Protection

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY OR UNDERTAKING
Identification of the substance or preparation
Tradename: SKIRMISH
Design Code: A8944B
AGI Code: 25631

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
terbuthylazine
CAS NO: 5915-41-3
EC NO: 227-637-9
CONCENTRATION (% W/W): 38.2
HAZARD SYMBOLS: N, Xn
RISK PHRASES (R): 22, 50/53

formaldehyde
CAS NO: 50-00-0
EC NO: 200-001-8
CONCENTRATION (% W/W): >= 0.01 – <=0.1 %
HAZARD SYMBOLS: T
RISK PHRASES (R): 23/24/25, 34, 40, 43

isoxaben
CAS NO: 82558-50-7
EC NO: –
CONCENTRATION (% W/W): 6.8
HAZARD SYMBOLS: -
RISK PHRASES (R): 53

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

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Harmful if swallowed. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

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: 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.
Environmental precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.
Methods for cleaning up: Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local/national regulations (see section 13).
Additional advice: If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING
Advice on safe handling: No special technical protective measures required. No special handling advice required. 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: No special storage conditions required. 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.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Components with workplace control parameters
Components: Terbuthylazine
Exposure limit(s): 0.8 mg/m3
Value type: 8 h TWA
Source: SYNGENTA

Components: Formaldehyde
Exposure limit(s): 2.5 mg/m3, 2 ppm
Value type: LTEL 8 hour TWA
Source: 2002 EH40 OES

Components: Formaldehyde
Exposure limit(s): 2.5 mg/m3, 2 ppm
Value type: STEL 15 minute
Source: 2002 EH40 OES

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 mists or vapours are 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: No personal respiratory protective equipment normally required. A particulate filter respirator may be necessary until effective technical measures are installed.
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. Eye/face protection should be certified to EN 166.
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: Liquid
Colour: White
Physical State: Liquid
Flash-Point: >= 100°C
Flammability: Not highly flammable
Explosive Properties: Not tested
Density: 1.1 g/cm3 (20–25°C)
Miscibility with Water: Miscible

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

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute Oral Toxicity: LD50 rats: 4980 mg/kg
Acute Dermal Toxicity: LD50 rats: > 2000mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Non-irritant (rabbit)
Eye Irritation: Non-irritant (rabbit)
Sensitisation: Not sensitising (guinea pig)
Long Term Toxicity: Did not show carcinogenic, teratogenic or mutagenic effects in animal experiments.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ELIMINATION INFORMATION (PERSISTENCE AND DEGRADABILITY)
Bioaccumulation: Terbuthylazine does not bioaccumulate. Isoxaben has medium bioaccumulation potential.
Stability in water: Terbuthylazine is not persistent in water.
Stability in soil: Terbuthylazine is moderately persistent in soil. Isoxaben is very persistent in soil.
Mobility: Terbuthylazine has medium mobility in soil. Isoxaben has low mobility in soil.

ECOTOXICITY EFFECTS
Toxicity to Fish: LC50 Oncorhynchus mykiss (rainbow trout), 1–10 mg/l, 96 h. Derived from active ingredient(s)
Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates: EC50 Daphnia magna (water flea), 50 mg/l, 48 h. Derived from active ingredient(s)
Toxicity to Aquatic Invertebrates: EC50 Mysidopsis bahia (bay shrimp), < 1mg/l, 96 h
Toxicity to Algae: EC50 Scenedesmus subspicatus (green algae), < 0.1mg/l, 72 h. Derived from active ingredient(s)

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/IMDG/IATA)

Class: 9
UN no.: 3082
Packaging Group: III
Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S., (TERBUTHYLAZINE)
Marine pollutant: Yes

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols/Classifications
X n HARMFUL
N DANGEROUS FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Risk phrases (R)
22 Harmful if swallowed.
50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

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.
35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way.
57 Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.
Special label To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.

This preparation is covered by the EEC Dangerous Preparations Directive. It has therefore been labelled in accordance with these regulations. Users should ensure that they comply with any relevant local, state or national legislation.

16. OTHER INFORMATION
Always read the label. Use pesticides safely.

Product registration number: MAFF 08444
Based on SDS version dated 08/01/2007 version 3 with local Registration update.
Text of R phrases mentioned in Section 2:
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
R43 May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R53 May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

The information on this sheet is not a specification, it does not guarantee specific properties. The information is intended to provide general guidance as to health and safety based upon our knowledge of the handling, storage and use of the product. It is not applicable to unusual or non-standard uses of the product nor where instructions or recommendations are not followed.

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