Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
1310-73-2
Name of the chemical
sodium hydroxide
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2019-10-31
Product name
SelectTM 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
NZCustomerservice@corteva.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
6.1D, 6.4A, 6.8B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.2A, 9.3C
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause damage to organs (Blood, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to the soil environment. Harmful to terrestrial vertebrates.
Prevention
Keep out of reach of children Read label before use Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe fumes/mist/spray Wash skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
IF exposed or concerned or you feel unwell: Get medical advice/attention IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE of doctor/physician 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. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. 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 Specific measures – see Section 4 of this SDS. Collect spillage.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.