Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
137-41-7
Name of the chemical
Metam potassium; Potassium methyldithiocarbamate
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2021-07-20
Product name
K-PAM HL
Product Synonyms
AMV 540 * Metam Potassium Manufacturing Use Concentrate
CAS No.
137-41-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Soil Fumigant
Manufacturer Name
AMVAC Chemical Corporation
Emergency telephone
888-
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
AMVAC Chemical Corporation
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
CustServ@amvac.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
Physical hazards
Corrosive to metals Category 1
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1C Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Environmental hazards
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1
Long term hazards
Hazardous to the ozone layer Category 1 OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May be corrosive to metals. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Harmful if inhaled. Causes serious eye damage. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep only in original container. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Contaminated work clothing must not be allowed out of the workplace. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
Absorb spillage to prevent material damage. If swallowed: Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Collect spillage.
Storage
Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store away from incompatible materials.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
This is a pesticide product registered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and is subject to certain labeling requirements under federal pesticide law. These requirements differ from the classification criteria and hazard information required for safety data sheets (SDS), and for workplace labels of non-pesticide chemicals. The hazard information required on the pesticide label is reproduced in section 15. The pesticide label also includes other important information, including directions for use. Contact with acids liberates toxic gas.