AQ200 AQUATIC HERBICIDE

Hazard statements (CLP)

H314, H317, H331, H372, H413

Code

Statements

H314

Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This product is classified as HAZARDOUS according to the criteria of SWA This product is a DANGEROUS GOOD according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code This product is a DANGEROUS GOOD according to the criteria of IATA and IMDG/IMSBC The product is classified as DANGEROUS according to the criteria of GHS GHS – GLOBALLY HARMONISED SYSTEM Skin corrosion/irritation category 1A to 1C Sensitisation – skin category 1, 1A, 1B Acute toxicity – inhalation category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction H331: Toxic if inhaled H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H413: May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life 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

Prevention

P260+P271: Do not breathe in dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well- ventilated area P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing P264+P280: Wash hands thoroughly after use. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P273: Avoid release to the environment P280+P284: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection. Wear respiratory protection

Response

P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P304+P340+P311+P321: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment (see … on this label) P302+P352+ P312: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and if easy to do

Storage

P403+P233+P405: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Colour: Dark blue-green Odour: Strong stench Physical Description: Liquid

Health hazards

Diquat dibromide (concentrate) is toxic by ingestion and harmful in contact with skin. Irritating to eyes, and mildly irritating to skin. Ingestion of sufficient doses may cause severe irritation of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach, followed by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, severe dehydration, and alterations in body fluid balances, gastrointestinal discomfort, chest pain, diarrhea, kidney failure, and toxic liver damage. Skin absorption of high doses may cause symptoms similar to those that occur following ingestion. May cause serious damage to health by prolonged exposure, causes burns, may cause serious damage to eyes, harmful by inhalation and if swallowed, irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin, possible skin sensitiser.

Potential health effects

Inhalation Short Term Significant inhalation exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that Exposure: this product is very toxic, but symptoms are not available. In addition product is an inhalation irritant. Symptoms may include headache, irritation of nose and throat and increased secretion of mucous in the nose and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but they should disappear after exposure has ceased. Skin Contact Short Classified as a potential sensitiser by skin contact. Exposure to a skin sensitiser, once Term Exposure: sensitisation has occurred, may manifest itself as skin rash or inflammation, and in some individuals this reaction can be severe. In addition product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Eye Contact Short Exposure via eyes is considered to be unlikely. This product is an eye irritant. Term Exposure: Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage. Ingestion Short Term Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this Exposure: product is harmful, but symptoms are not available. However, this product is corrosive to the gastrointestinal tract. Capable of causing moderate to severe burns with ulceration. Can penetrate to deeper layers of skin, resulting in third degree burns. Corrosion will continue until product is removed or neutralised. Severity depends on concentration and duration of exposure. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC