SDS - Surefire Chlortan 720 Fungicide - 2508012
Applies to Chlortan 720 Fungicide
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Section 1 - Identification
PCT Holdings Pty Ltd Phone: (all hours) 5/74 Murdoch Circuit Chemical nature: Fungicide containing chlorothalonil. Trade Name: Surefire Chlortan 720 Fungicide APVMA Code: 66860 Product Use: Agricultural fungicide for use as described on the product label. Creation Date: August, 2025 This version issued: August, 2025 and is valid for 5 years from this date. Poisons Information Centre: Phone 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature SUSMP Classification: S6 ADG Classification: Class 6.1: Toxic Substances. UN Number: 2902, PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
GHS Signal word: DANGER Skin Sensitisation Category 1 Serious eye damage Category 1 Acute Toxicity Inhalation Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Hazardous to aquatic environment Short term/Chronic Category 1
HAZARD STATEMENT: H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. H318: Causes serious eye damage. H330: Fatal if inhaled. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. H351: Suspected of causing cancer. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
PREVENTION P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P220: Keep or store away from combustible materials. P260: Do not breathe fumes, mists, vapours or spray. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area. P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. P284: Wear respiratory protection.
RESPONSE P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician. P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor. P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
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P308+P313: If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice. P333+P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice. P370+P378: In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog, to extinguish.
STORAGE P405: Store locked up. P410: Protect from sunlight. P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
DISPOSAL P501: Dispose of contents and containers as specified on the registered label.
Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: White liquid. Odour: No data.
Section 3 – Composition and Information on Ingredients
| Ingredients | CAS No | Conc, g/L | TWA (mg/m³) | STEL (mg/m³) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorothalonil | 1897-45-6 | 720 | not set | not set |
| Other non hazardous ingredients | secret | to 1 L | not set | not set |
This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non hazardous ingredients are also possible. The SWA TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5 day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that may be equalled (but should not be exceeded) for no longer than 15 minutes and should not be repeated more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General Information: You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all times. Have this SDS with you when you call.
Inhalation: Remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not breathing. Do not give direct mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. To protect rescuer, use air-viva, oxy-viva or one-way mask Resuscitate in a well-ventilated area. Skin Contact: If sensitising symptoms are experienced, remove victim from area and allow to breathe fresh air. If irritation persists, call a doctor or poisons information centre. Eye Contact: Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 20-30 minutes, by the clock, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Neutral saline solution may be used as soon as it is available. DO NOT INTERRUPT FLUSHING. If necessary, keep emergency vehicle waiting (show paramedics this MSDS and take their advice). Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto face. If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Call a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor urgently. Take special care if exposed person is wearing contact lenses. Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and contact a Poisons Information Centre, or call a doctor at once. Give activated charcoal if instructed.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: The major hazard in fires is usually inhalation of heated and toxic or oxygen deficient (or both), fire gases. There is little risk of an explosion from this product if commercial quantities are involved in a fire. Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures. Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires. Try to contain spills, minimise spillage entering drains or water courses. Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade. There is little danger of a violent reaction or explosion if significant quantities of this product are involved in a fire. Recommended personal protective equipment is liquid-tight chemical protective clothing and breathing apparatus.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Evacuate the spill area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected personnel. Immediately call the Fire Brigade. Wear full protective chemically resistant clothing including eye/face protection, gauntlets and self contained breathing apparatus. See below under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective
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equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC, Nitrile. Eye/face protective equipment should comprise as a minimum, protective goggles. If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up in the cleanup area, we recommend that you use a respirator. It should be fitted with a cartridge suitable for agricultural chemicals, such as type G. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spill is too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains or waterways. Because of the toxicity of this product, special personal care should be taken in any cleanup operation. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. Recycle containers wherever possible after careful cleaning. Refer to product label for specific instructions. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services. Full details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused material may be found on the label. If there is any conflict between this SDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Ensure legality of disposal by consulting regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check Section 8 of this SDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed. The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible materials listed in Section 10. Take special care if handling this product over extended periods as it is a cumulative poison. Storage: This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage of this schedule of poison. Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Check containers periodically for leaks. Containers should be kept closed in order to minimise contamination. Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Incompatibilities" in Section 10. If you keep more than 2500kg or L of Dangerous Goods of Packaging Group II, you may be required to license the premises or notify your Dangerous Goods authority. If you have any doubts, we suggest you contact your Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the label.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment: Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501 set 2008, Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
| SWA Exposure Limits | TWA (mg/m³) | STEL (mg/m³) |
|---|---|---|
| Exposure limits have not been established by SWA for any of the significant ingredients in this product. |
The ADI for Chlorothalonil is set at 0.01mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 1.5mg/kg/day. ADI means Acceptable Daily Intake NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Data from Australian ADI List, March 2017. No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are for bulk handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems. Ventilation: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of a fan is suggested. Eye Protection: Your eyes must be completely protected from this product by splash resistant goggles with face shield. All surrounding skin areas must be covered. Emergency eye wash facilities must also be available in an area close to where this product is being used. Skin Protection: You should avoid contact even with mild skin irritants. Therefore you should wear suitable impervious elbow-length gloves and facial protection when handling this product for lengthy periods. See below for suitable material types. Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber, PVC, nitrile. Respirator: If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up in the area where this product is being used, we recommend that you use a respirator. It should be fitted with a cartridge suitable for agricultural chemicals, such as type G. Eyebaths or eyewash stations should, if practical, be provided near to where this product is being handled commercially.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: White liquid.
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Odour: No data. Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Liquid at normal temperatures. Boiling Point: Not available. Flash point: Does not burn. Upper Flammability Limit: Does not burn. Lower Flammability Limit: Does not burn. Flammability Class: Does not burn. Volatiles: No data. Vapour Pressure: No data. Vapour Density: No data. Specific Gravity: Approx 1.34 Water Solubility: Dispersible. pH: No data. Volatility: No data. Odour Threshold: No data. Evaporation Rate: No data. Coeff Oil/water Distribution: No data Particle Characteristics: Not applicable for liquids. Autoignition temp: Not applicable - does not burn.
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties. Conditions to Avoid: Keep isolated from combustible materials. Protect this product from light. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. Incompatibilities: strong bases. Fire Decomposition: Combustion forms carbon dioxide, and if incomplete, carbon monoxide and possibly smoke. Water is also formed. May form hydrogen chloride gas, other compounds of chlorine. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death. Polymerisation: Polymerisation reactions are unlikely. They are not expected to occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity: An information profile for Chlorothalonil is available at Acute toxicity: Chlorothalonil is not harmful to mammals, but it can cause severe eye and skin irritation in certain formulations. Very high doses may cause a loss of muscle coordination, rapid breathing, nose bleeding, vomiting, hyperactivity, and death. Dermatitis, vaginal bleeding, bright yellow and/or bloody urine, and kidney tumors may also occur. The oral LD50 is greater than 10,000 mg/kg in rats and 6000 mg/kg in mice. The acute dermal LD50 in both albino rabbits and albino rats is 10,000 mg/kg. In albino rabbits, 3 mg of chlorothalonil applied to the eyes caused mild irritation that subsided within 7 days of exposure. Chronic toxicity: In a number of tests of varying lengths of time, rats fed a range of doses of chlorothalonil generally showed no effects on physical appearance, behavior, or survival. Skin contact with chlorothalonil may result in dermatitis or light sensitivity. Human eye and skin irritation is linked to chlorothalonil exposure 14 of 20 workers exposed to 0.5% chlorothalonil in a wood preservative developed dermatitis. All workers showed swelling and inflammation of the upper eyelids. Allergic skin responses have also been noted in farm workers. Reproductive effects: Studies suggest that chlorothalonil will not affect human reproduction at expected exposure levels. Teratogenic effects: Long-term studies indicate that high doses fed to rats caused reduced weight gains for males and females in each generation studied. A study of birth defects in rabbits showed no effects. Chlorothalonil is not expected to produce birth defects in humans. Mutagenic effects: Mutagenicity studies on various animals, bacteria, and plants indicate that chlorothalonil does not cause any genetic changes. The compound is not expected to pose mutagenic risks to humans. Carcinogenic effects: Based on evidence from animal studies, chlorothalonil's carcinogenic potential is unclear. Male and female rats fed chlorothalonil daily over a lifetime developed carcinogenic and benign kidney tumors at the higher doses. In another study, where mice were fed high daily doses of chlorothalonil for 2 years, females developed tumors in the fore-stomach area (attributed to irritation by the compound) and males developed carcinogenic and benign kidney tumors. Organ toxicity: Chronic studies of rats and dogs fed high dietary levels show that chlorothalonil is toxic to the kidney. In addition to less urine output, changes in the kidney included enlargement, greenish-brown color, and development of small grains.
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Fate in humans and animals: Chlorothalonil is rapidly excreted, primarily unchanged, from the body. It is not stored in animal tissues. Residues have not been found in the tissues or milk of dairy cows fed chlorothalonil. This product may affect lungs, gastrointestinal system, eyes, skin. Major Health Hazards: Chlorothalonil is not harmful to mammals, but it can cause severe eye and skin irritation in certain formulations. Very high doses may cause a loss of muscle coordination, rapid breathing, nose bleeding, vomiting, hyperactivity, and death. Dermatitis, vaginal bleeding, bright yellow and/or bloody urine, and kidney tumors may also occur. may cause an allergic skin reaction, causes serious eye damage, fatal if inhaled, suspected of causing cancer, toxic if swallowed, may cause respiratory irritation. This product is a cumulative poison. Minor exposures over a period of time may lead to serious health problems.
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
| Ingredient | Health Hazard Statement Codes |
|---|---|
| Chlorothalonil | H351, H330, H335, H318, H317, H410 |
- Carcinogenicity – category 2
- Acute toxicity – category 2
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) – category 3
- Eye damage – category 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment (acute) – category 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic) – category 1
- Skin sensitisation – category 1
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data shows that this product is very toxic, but symptoms are not available. However product is unlikely to cause any discomfort or irritation. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Classified as a potential sensitiser by skin contact. Exposure to a skin sensitiser, once sensitisation has occurred, may manifest itself as skin rash or inflammation, and in some individuals this reaction can be severe. In addition product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product is corrosive to eyes. It will cause severe pain, and corrosion of the eye and surrounding facial tissues. Unless exposure is quickly treated, permanent blindness and facial scarring is likely. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product may be harmful, but further symptoms are not available. However, this product may be irritating to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: Long term minor exposures to this product may cause serious health effects.
Carcinogen Status: SWA: Chlorothalonil is classified by SWA as a Category 2 Carcinogen, suspected to be carcinogenic to humans. See the SWA website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: Chlorothalonil is classed 2b IARC - possibly carcinogenic to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
This product is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. This product is not readily biodegradable; it may accumulate in the soil or water and cause long term problems. Effects on birds: Chlorothalonil is practically nontoxic to birds. Most avian wildlife are not significantly affected by this compound. Effects on aquatic organisms: Chlorothalonil and its metabolites are highly toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, and marine organisms. Fish, such as rainbow trout, bluegill, and channel catfish are noticeably affected even when chlorothalonil levels are low (less than 1 mg/L). Its bioaccumulation factor is quite low. Effects on other organisms: The compound is nontoxic to bees. Environmental Fate:
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Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Chlorothalonil is moderately persistent. In aerobic soils, the half-life is from 1 to 3 months. Breakdown in water: In very basic water (pH 9.0), about 65% of the chlorothalonil was degraded into two major metabolites after 10 weeks. Breakdown in vegetation: Chlorothalonil's residues may remain on above-ground crops at harvest, but will dissipate over time. Chlorothalonil is a fairly persistent fungicide on plants, depending on the rate of application.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: This product may be recycled if unused, or if it has not been contaminated so as to make it unsuitable for its intended use. If it has been contaminated, it may be possible to separate the contamination in some way. Only if neither of these options is suitable, we suggest that you contact a specialist disposal company to arrange disposal. Disposal by untrained personnel may cause a dangerous incident.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Dangerous according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, IATA and IMDG/IMSBC criteria. UN Number: 2902, PESTICIDE, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S. Hazchem Code: 2X Special Provisions: 61, 274 Limited quantities: ADG 7 specifies a Limited Quantity value of 100 ml for this class of product. Dangerous Goods Class: Class 6.1: Toxic Substances. Packing Group: II Packing Instruction: P001, IBC02 Class 6 Toxic Substances shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Classes 1 (Explosives), 3 (Flammable Liquids where the Flammable Liquid is nitromethane), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances where the Toxic Substances are cyanides and the Corrosives are acids), Foodstuffs and foodstuff empties. They may however be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Classes, 2.1 (Flammable Gases), 2.2 (Non-Flammable, Non-Toxic Gases), 2.3 (Toxic Gases), 3 (Flammable liquids, except where the flammable liquid is nitromethane), 4.1 (Flammable Solids), 4.2 (Spontaneously Combustible Substances), 4.3 (Dangerous When Wet Substances), 5.1 (Oxidising Agents except where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 5.2 (Organic Peroxides except where the Toxic Substances are Fire Risk Substances), 7 (Radioactive Substances), 8 (Corrosive Substances except where the Toxic Substances are cyanides and the Corrosives are acids), 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods)
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with AICIS regulations. The following ingredient: Chlorothalonil, is mentioned in the SUSMP.
Section 16 - Other Information
This SDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature. Acronyms: ADG Code: Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (7th edition) AICS/AIIC: Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals SWA: Safe Work Australia, formerly ASCC and NOHSC CAS number: Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number Hazchem Code: Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency services especially firefighters IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer NOS: Not otherwise specified NTP: National Toxicology Program (USA) SUSMP: Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines & Poisons UN Number: United Nations Number
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