SDS - Nufarm CRUCIAL Herbicide - 211101
Applies to Crucial Herbicide
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Safety Data Sheet
Infosafe No™ 3NV2R Issue Date :November 2021 ISSUED by NUFARM Product Name Nufarm CRUCIAL Herbicide Not classified as hazardous
1. Identification
GHS Product Identifier: Nufarm CRUCIAL Herbicide Product Code: 0970 NUL 3232 Product Type: Group 9 Herbicide Company Name: NUFARM AUSTRALIA LIMITED. () Address: 103-105 Pipe Road Laverton North Victoria 3026 Australia Telephone/Fax Number: Tel: Emergency phone number: (24hr Australia) E-mail Address: Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use: Water soluble herbicide for non-selective control of many annual and perennial weeds in conservation tillage and other situations. Other Information: This Safety Data Sheet describes the properties of the concentrated product. The physical properties and the assessments may not apply to the properties of the product once it has been diluted for application.
2. Hazard Identification
GHS classification of the substance/mixture: NON-HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE. NON-DANGEROUS GOODS.
Precautionary statement – General: P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read label before use.
Precautionary statement – Prevention: P264 Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection.
Precautionary statement – Response: P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Other Information: Poisons Schedule S5 Not classified as a hazardous chemical under the GHS criteria.
3. Composition/information on Ingredients
| Ingredients | Name | CAS | Proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glyphosate (present as the potassium, monomethylamine and monoammonium salts) | 1071-83-6 | 600 g/L | |
| Non-hazardous ingredients | N/A | 10-30 % |
4. First-aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air until recovered. Ingestion: If swallowed do NOT induce vomiting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label or contact the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 (Aust). Make every effort to prevent vomit from entering the lungs by careful placement of the patient. Do not give anything by mouth to a semi-conscious or unconscious person. Give a glass of water. Skin: Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. If irritation persists, seek medical advice.
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Eye contact: If in eyes, hold eyelids open and wash with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice. First Aid Facilities: If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre (Australia) on 13 11 26. Advice to Doctor: Treat symptomatically.
5. Fire-fighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media: If involved in a fire, the product will not burn. Choose extinguishing media to suit the burning material. Water, foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical. Hazards from Combustion Products: Keep upwind. This product, or spray solutions of this product, react with galvanised steel or unlined steel (except stainless steel) containers and tanks, to produce hydrogen gas which may form a highly flammable or explosive gas mixture. If involved in a major fire, could evolve oxides of nitrogen or phosphorus. Special Protective Equipment for fire fighters: Breathable air apparatus may have to be worn if material is involved in fires especially in confined spaces. Other Information: STOP FIRE WATER FROM ENTERING DRAINS OR WATER BODIES.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Spills & Disposal: Contain spill and absorb with clay, sand, soil or proprietary absorbent (such as vermiculite). Collect in sealed open top containers for disposal. Final clean-up with degreasing agent or detergent is advised. Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering drains, waterways or sewers.
7. Handling and Storage
Precautions for Safe Handling: For personal protective equipment (PPE) and hygiene advice, refer Section 8. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities: Store in the closed, original container in a dry, well ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Keep container tightly sealed and do not store with seed, fertilisers or foodstuffs. Other Information: Always read the label and any attached leaflet before use.
8. Exposure Controls/personal Protection
Occupational exposure limit values: No exposure standard has been established for this product. Appropriate engineering controls: No special ventilation required. Personal Protective Equipment: When opening the container, preparing the spray and using the prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and a washable hat, nitrile or elbow-length PVC gloves and face shield or goggles. Re-entry period: Re-entry is not allowed until the product has dried, unless wearing cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist (or equivalent clothing) and chemical resistant gloves. Clothing must be laundered after each day's use. Hygiene Measures: After each day's use, wash contaminated clothing and safety equipment. After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water. Requirements Concerning Special Training: Check State or Territory regulations that require people who use pesticides in their job or business to have training in the application of the materials.
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9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Form: Liquid Appearance: Dark green viscous liquid Odour: No odour Melting Point: N/A Boiling Point: >105°C Solubility in Water: Soluble in water. Specific Gravity: 1.323 pH: 4.4 - 5.0(5%w/v) Volatile Component: N/A Flash Point: None Flammability: Non combustible material.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Incompatible Materials: Corrosive to mild steel, galvanised steel and zinc. Non corrosive to stainless steel, polyethylene and plastics. Do not mix, store or apply the product or spray solutions of the product in galvanised steel or unlined steel (except stainless steel) containers or spray tanks. Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerisation is not possible.
11. Toxicological Information
Toxicology Information: No harmful effects are expected if the precautions on the label and this MSDS are followed. Acute Toxicity - Oral: LD50(rat)= 5,000mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Dermal: LD50 (rabbits)= >2,000mg/kg Acute Toxicity - Inhalation: LC50 (rat)(4h)= >5mg/L air. Ingestion: The concentrate is of low toxicity if swallowed. Amounts swallowed incidental to normal handling procedures and use are not expected to cause injury. Possible symptoms of exposure include: nausea, vomiting and gastrointestinal discomfort and diarrhoea. Ingestion of a large quantity of the undiluted product may result in hypotension and pulmonary oedema. Inhalation: When applying the product as a spray avoid breathing in spray mist. May cause irritation to mucous membranes and respiratory tract. Skin: The concentrated product may cause irritation on contact. Prolonged contact is likely to result in irritation. Eye: The concentrate may cause irritation of the eyes. Prolonged contact with the concentrate may cause damage to the eye. Carcinogenicity: The Australian Pesticide and Veterinary Medicine Authority (APVMA)and other regulatory agencies classify glyphosate as non-carcinogenic based on the weight-of-evidence. In 2015 the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)listed glyphosate as probably carcinogenic to humans. This finding was considered by the APVMA in its 2016 review (1). Chronic Effects: No information available, no chronic effects expected. Serious eye damage/irritation: Mild eye irritant. Skin corrosion/irritation: Mild skin irritant.
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Other Information: The Australian Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for glyphosate for a human is 0.3 mg/kg/day, set for the public for daily, lifetime exposure. This is based on the NOEL of 30 mg/kg/day, the level determined to show no effects during long term exposure for the most sensitive indicators and the most sensitive species. (Ref: Aust Govt Dept. of APVMA, 'ADI List', Edition 3/2021).
12. Ecological Information
Persistence and degradability: Adsorption studies indicate that glyphosate has very low mobility. Average field half life of glyphosate is 47 days. Known Harmful Effects on the Environment: Harmful to fish and other aquatic organisms (mainly due to the surfactant). Other Precautions: Do not spray in high winds. Do not contaminate dams, waterways or sewers with this product. Environmental Protection: Glyphosate is a non-selective contact herbicide. Spray drift can cause damage, read the label for more information. Acute Toxicity - Fish: The following is data for a similar product. LC50 (96hr) for bluegill sunfish is 5.8 - 14 mg/l. LC50 (96hr) for rainbow trout is 8.2 - 26 mg/l. LC50 (96hr) for fathead minnow is 9.4 mg/l. TL50 (96hr) carp is 19.7 ppm Acute Toxicity - Other Organisms: The following data is for the active ingredient, glyphosate. Birds: Not toxic to birds. LD50 for bobwhite quail is >3850 mg/kg Bees: Not toxic to bees. LD50 >100 µg/bee.
13. Disposal Considerations
Product Disposal: On site disposal of the concentrated product is not acceptable. Container Disposal: Do not use this container for any other purpose. Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. If not recycling, break, crush or puncture and deliver empty packaging for appropriate disposal at an approved waste management facility. If an approved waste management facility is not available, bury the empty packaging 500mm below the surface in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots, in compliance with relevant local, state or territory government regulations. DO NOT burn empty containers or product. Returnable containers: empty contents fully into application equipment. Replace cap, close all valves and return to the point of supply for refill or storage.
14. Transport Information
Transport Information: It is good practice not to transport agricultural chemical products with food, food related materials and animal feedstuffs. Storage and Transport: Considered non dangerous for transport by the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. Other Information: Not dangerous when transported by sea or air.
15. Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information: Australia: WHS regulations (2011) - Schedule 11: classification not listed. Poisons Schedule: S5 Packaging & Labelling: CAUTION KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING Other Information: This product is registered with the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA). APVMA product number: 86761.
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16. Other Information
Date of preparation or last revision of SDS: SDS updated 18 November 2021. Literature References: (1). APVMA 2016 Regulatory position: consideration of the evidence for a formal reconsideration of glyphosate - ( Contact Person/Point: Normal Hours: SDS Coordinator Phone: After Hours: Shift Supervisor Phone: Revisions Highlighted: The SDS was reviewed. Minor changes were made to the information and product has been rebranded. ...End Of MSDS...
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