Simanex 900 WG Herbicide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

UN Number

3077, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (SIMAZINE)

Signal word

WARNING Carcinogenicity Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic) – category 1

Hazard statements

H351: Suspected of causing cancer. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P337 If eye irritation persists seek medical attention P352: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P308+P313 If exposed or concerned Get medical advice P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.

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: Buff coloured granulated solid. Odour: Mild, sweet odour.

Health hazards

The triazine herbicides disturb energy metabolism (thiamin and riboflavin functions) Symptoms include difficulty in walking, tremor, convulsions, paralysis, cyanosis, slowed respiration, miosis (pinpoint pupils), gut pain, diarrhea, and impaired adrenal function. No cases of poisoning in humans have been reported from ingestion of Simazine.