General Information
Revision date
2018-03-07
Product name
KorvettoTM Herbicide
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
End use herbicide product
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
DOW AGROSCIENCES (NZ) LIMITED
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
fnpcust@dow.com
Section 2
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) Regulations 2001. Refer to section 15 for HSNO Approval number.
HSNO Classifications
3.1D, 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A Combustible liquid. Causes mild skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause damage to organs (Kidney. Liver. Thyroid.) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to the soil environment.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. Read label before use. Do not breathe mist/vapour/spray. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid contact with eyes. Avoid skin contact. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Avoid unintentional release to the environment.
Response
In case of fire: Use Water fog or fine spray. Dry chemical fire extinguishers. Carbon dioxide fire extinguishers. Foam. Alcohol resistant foams (ATC type) are preferred. Get medical advice if you feel unwell. 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. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Collect spillage.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
