2,4-DB Herbicide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

NEW ZEALAND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES CLASSIFICATION: Classified as hazardous according to criteria in the New Zealand Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Notice 2017, and the Hazardous Substances (Classification) Notice 2017. Refer to Section 15 for EPA Approval Number. Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute inhalation toxicity Category 4 Skin irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage Category 1 Skin sensitisation Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Hazardous to soil organisms, Hazardous to terrestrial vertebrates Hazardous to terrestrial invertebrates Hazardous to the aquatic environment chronic Category 3

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye damage. Causes damage to organs (liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, muscles) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Moderately toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to the soil environment. Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates. Harmful to terrestrial invertebrates. May cause fire or explosion: strong oxidiser

Prevention

Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Do not breathe fumes/mist/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/ eye and face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Specific treatment – see Section 4 of this Safety Data Sheet for First Aid. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.