--- title: SDS - BASF Versys Insecticide - 240808 canonical: https://fernland.com.au/documents/393/ dateModified: 2026-08-04 03:00:50 summary: Safety Data Sheet type: sds --- # SDS - BASF Versys Insecticide - 240808 > Safety Data Sheet # BASF We create chemistry # Safety data sheet Page: 1/13 BASF Safety data sheet Date / Revised: 08.08.2024 Product: Versys® Insecticide Version: 3.0 (30694767/SDS_CPA_AU/EN) Date of print: 09.08.2024 ## 1. Substance/preparation and manufacturer/supplier identification Product name: Versys® Insecticide Use: crop protection product, insecticide Manufacturer/supplier: BASF Australia Limited () Level 12, 28 Freshwater Place Southbank Victoria 3006, AUSTRALIA Telefax number: Emergency information: BASF Emergency Advice Number: (24h) [within Australia] BASF Emergency Advice Number: + 61 3 8855 6666 [outside Australia] ## 2. Hazard identification Classification of the substance and mixture: Acute toxicity: Cat.3 (Inhalation - mist) Skin corrosion/irritation: Cat.2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - acute: Cat.2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic: Cat.1 Label elements and precautionary statement: Pictogram: [Pictogram: Skull and crossbones, Environment] Signal Word: Danger Hazard Statement: H315 Causes skin irritation. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H401 Toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Precautionary Statement: P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read carefully and follow all instructions. Precautionary Statements (Prevention): P261 Avoid breathing mist. P264 Wash contaminated body parts thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves. Precautionary Statements (Response): P303 + P352 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P311 Call a POISON CENTER or physician. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P391 Collect spillage. Precautionary Statements (Storage): P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. Precautionary Statements (Disposal): P501 Dispose of contents and container to hazardous or special waste collection point. Other hazards which do not result in classification: See section 12 - Results of PBT and vPvB assessment. If applicable information is provided in this section on other hazards which do not result in classification but which may contribute to the overall hazards of the substance or mixture. ## 3. Composition/information on ingredients Chemical nature Substance nature: mixture Dispersible Concentration (DC), insecticide Hazardous ingredients Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Content (W/W): 9.8 % CAS Number: 915972-17-7 Aquatic Acute: Cat. 2 Aquatic Chronic: Cat. 1 M-factor chronic: 10000 Alcohols, C12-18, ethoxylated propoxylated Content (W/W): 189 °C Flash point: 96 °C (Regulation 440/2008/EC, A.9) Evaporation rate: not applicable Flammability (solid/gas): not applicable Lower explosion limit: As a result of our experience with this product and our knowledge of its composition we do not expect any hazard as long as the product is used appropriately and in accordance with the intended use. Upper explosion limit: As a result of our experience with this product and our knowledge of its composition we do not expect any hazard as long as the product is used appropriately and in accordance with the intended use. Ignition temperature: 385 °C (Regulation 440/2008/EC, A.15) Thermal decomposition: 350 °C , 270 kJ/kg (onset temperature) (DSC (OECD 113)) Not a substance liable to self-decomposition according to UN transport regulations, class 4.1. Explosion hazard: not explosive (Regulation 440/2008/EC, A.14) Fire promoting properties: not fire-propagating (Regulation 440/2008/EC, A.21) Vapour pressure: approx. 2,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 423) No mortality was observed. Acute inhalation toxicity LC50 rat (by inhalation): > 0.55 - 5,000 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 402) No mortality was observed. Assessment of acute toxicity Of pronounced toxicity after short-term inhalation. Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion. Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact. Symptoms Information, i.e. additional information on symptoms and effects may be included in the GHS labeling phrases available in Section 2 and in the Toxicological assessments available in Section 11. (Further) symptoms and / or effects are not known so far Irritation Assessment of irritating effects: Skin contact causes slight irritation. Not irritating to the eyes. Experimental/calculated data: Skin corrosion/irritation rabbit: Slightly irritating. (OECD Guideline 404) Serious eye damage/irritation rabbit: non-irritant (OECD Guideline 405) Respiratory/Skin sensitization Assessment of sensitization: No sensitizing effect. Experimental/calculated data: Buehler test guinea pig: Non-sensitizing. (OECD Guideline 406) Germ cell mutagenicity Assessment of mutagenicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Mutagenicity tests revealed no genotoxic potential. Carcinogenicity Assessment of carcinogenicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Assessment of carcinogenicity: In long-term animal studies in which the substance was given in high doses by feed, a carcinogenic effect was observed. The effect is caused by an animal specific mechanism that has no human counter part. Reproductive toxicity Assessment of reproduction toxicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. The results of animal studies gave no indication of a fertility impairing effect. Developmental toxicity Assessment of teratogenicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Animal studies gave no indication of a developmental toxic effect at doses that were not toxic to the parental animals. Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Based on the available information there is no specific target organ toxicity to be expected after a single exposure. Remarks: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Repeated dose toxicity and Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Assessment of repeated dose toxicity: Repeated exposure to large quantities may affect certain organs. Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. Aspiration hazard not applicable Other relevant toxicity information Misuse can be harmful to health. ## 12. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity Assessment of aquatic toxicity: Toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Toxicity to fish: LC50 (96 h) 1.08 mg/l, Oncorhynchus mykiss (OECD 203; ISO 7346; 84/449/EWG, C.1) Aquatic invertebrates: EC50 (48 h) 1.17 mg/l, Daphnia magna (OECD Guideline 202, part 1) Aquatic plants: EC50 (72 h) > 100 mg/l (growth rate), Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (OECD Guideline 201) No observed effect concentration (72 h) 0.31 mg/l (growth rate), Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (OECD Guideline 201) EC10 (72 h) 0.65 mg/l (growth rate), Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata (OECD Guideline 201) Chronic toxicity to fish: No observed effect concentration (96 h) 0.33 mg/l, Oncorhynchus mykiss Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates: No observed effect concentration (48 h), 0.16 mg/l, Daphnia magna Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Toxicity to fish: LC50 (96 h) 18 mg/l, Cyprinus carpio No observed effect concentration (34 d) 0.082 mg/l, Cyprinodon variegatus Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Chronic toxicity to aquatic invertebrates: No observed effect concentration (28 d), 0.000004 mg/l, Mysidopsis bahia Mobility Assessment transport between environmental compartments: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Assessment transport between environmental compartments: Following exposure to soil, adsorption to solid soil particles is probable, therefore contamination of groundwater is not expected. Persistence and degradability Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O): The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Assessment biodegradation and elimination (H2O): Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria). Bioaccumulation potential Assessment bioaccumulation potential: The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the properties of the individual components. Information on: Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, [(3S,4R,4aR,6S,6aS,12R,12aS,12bS)-3-[(cyclopropylcarbonyl)oxy]-1,3,4,4a,5,6,6a,12,12a,12b-decahydro-6,12-dihydroxy-4,6a,12b-trimethyl-11-oxo-9-(3-pyridinyl)-2H,11H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrano[3,4-e]pyran-4-yl]methyl ester Bioaccumulation potential: Bioconcentration factor: 0.06 Does not accumulate in organisms. Additional information Other ecotoxicological advice: Do not discharge product into the environment without control. ## 13. Disposal Considerations Must be sent to a suitable incineration plant, observing local regulations. Contaminated packaging: Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible and disposed of in the same manner as the substance/product. ## 14. Transport Information Domestic transport: UN number or ID number: UN 3082 UN proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (AFIDOPYROPEN) Transport hazard class(es): 9, EHSM Packing group: III Environmental hazards: yes Special precautions for user: None known Further information Hazchem Code:3Z IERG Number:47 Sea transport IMDG UN number or ID number: UN 3082 UN proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (AFIDOPYROPEN) Transport hazard class(es): 9, EHSM Packing group: III Environmental hazards: yes Marine pollutant: YES Special precautions for user: EmS: F-A; S-F Air transport IATA/ICAO UN number or ID number: UN 3082 UN proper shipping name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (AFIDOPYROPEN) Transport hazard class(es): 9, EHSM Packing group: III Environmental hazards: yes Special precautions for user: None known Further information Environmentally Hazardous Substances meeting the description of UN 3077 or UN 3082 are not subjected to the Australian Dangerous Goods Code when transported by road or rail in packagings not exceeding 500 kg(L) or IBCs. Further information Product may be shipped as non-hazardous in suitable packages containing a net quantity of 5 L or less under the provisions of various regulatory agencies: ADR, RID, ADN: Special Provision 375; IMDG: 2.10.2.7; IATA: A197; TDG: Special Provision 99(2); 49CFR: §171.4 (c) (2) and also the Special Provision 375 in Appendix B which is regulated in China "Regulations Concerning Road Transportation of Dangerous Goods Part 3: Index of dangerous goods name and transportation requirements" (JT/T 617.3) ## 15. Regulatory Information Other regulations If other regulatory information applies that is not already provided elsewhere in this safety data sheet, then it is described in this subsection. Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP): Not Scheduled APVMA Approval No: 82738 Registration status: AICIS, AU Contains non-registered, non-listed substance., Individual registration may be required., Please contact your BASF representative. ## 16. Other Information Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version. The data contained in this safety data sheet are based on our current knowledge and experience and describe the product only with regard to safety requirements. This safety data sheet is neither a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) nor technical data sheet and shall not be mistaken for a specification agreement. Identified uses in this safety data sheet do neither represent an agreement on the corresponding contractual quality of the substance/mixture nor a contractually designated use. It is the responsibility of the recipient of the product to ensure any proprietary rights and existing laws and legislation are observed.