Drexel Malathion 5EC Insecticide/Miticide

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification (As defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29)

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity – oral Category 4 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Eye damage/irritation Category 2B

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 2 Hazardous to the aquatic

Environmental hazards

acute hazard Category 1 Hazardous to the aquatic

Long term hazards

Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if inhaled. Causes eye irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes damage to nervous system. May cause damage to nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Wash face and hands thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a poison control center/doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If exposed: Call poison center/doctor. Specific treatment see Note to Physician, Section 4: First-Aid Measures.

Storage

Store locked up in corrosive resistant container (high density polyethylene).

Disposal

Disposal of contents/container must be in accordance with your local or area regulatory authorities.