CHOICE METHOMYL 225 INSECTICIDE

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification of the Acute Toxicity - Oral: Category 2 substance and mixture: Acute Toxicity - Dermal: Category 3 Acute Toxicity - Inhalation: Category 3 STOT Single Exposure Category 1 Flammable Liquids: Category 2 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Long-Term Hazard: Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Toxic if inhaled. Causes damage to organs. Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. (General): Keep out of reach of children. Read label before use. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly after handling. IF exposed: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. (Response) (cont…): IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

Hazard pictograms

Flame, Health hazard, Skull and crossbones, Environment. The below pictograms are GHS Hazard symbols for workplace use only. See SECTION 14 for Dangerous Goods information.

Prevention

Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection. Do not breathe vapours or spray. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking. Keep container tightly closed.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.

Further information

Poisons Schedule S7 DANGEROUS POISON