Tefluthrin

Physical hazards

Not classified.

Health hazards

Acute toxicity, oral Category 2 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 1 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2

Environmental hazards

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1

Long term hazards

OSHA defined hazards Not classified.

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed. Fatal in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Fatal if inhaled. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Do not breathe dust. 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. Avoid release to the environment. Wear eye protection/face protection. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing. Wear respiratory protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. 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. Immediately call a poison center/doctor. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.

Additional information

None.