CropSure Comrade 600WG Herbicide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: N, Dangerous to the environment. Not classified as hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Not subject to the ADG Code when transported in Australia by Road or Rail in packages 500kg(L) or less; or IBCs (refer to SP AU01). However if transported by Air or Sea, this provision does not apply. Then the product is classed as Dangerous (Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous) by IATA and IMDG/IMSBC respectively. See details below and in Section 14 of this SDS. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

UN Number

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

Signal word

NONE. Not hazardous

Prevention

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P233: Keep container tightly closed. 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 P353: Rinse skin or shower with water. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P370+P378: Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials.

Storage

P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents and containers as specified on the registered label. Emergency Overview Physical Description & Colour: Off-white to tan granulated solid. Odour: No data re odour.

Health hazards

Systemic poisoning by sulfonylurea based compounds is unlikely, unless large quantities have been ingested. No accounts of poisoning by Metsulfuron-methyl are currently available. No significant risk factors have been found for this product.