Genfarm Simazine 900 WG Herbicide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H351, H410

Code

Statements

H351

Suspected of causing cancer

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: N, Dangerous to the environment. 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 respectively. See details below and in Section 14 of this MSDS. R40, R50/53. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. H351: Suspected of causing cancer. H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

S2, S46, S60, S61, S36/37. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately and show this MSDS or label. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

SUSMP Classification

None allocated

ADG classification

Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods

UN Number

3077, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S

Signal word

WARNING

Prevention

P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P281: Use personal protective equipment as required.

Response

P353: Rinse skin or shower with water. P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P308+P313 If exposed or concerned Get medical advice P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice P391: Collect spillage. P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires.

Storage

P405: Store locked up. P410+P403: Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.

Disposal

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

Health hazards

limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect

Potential health effects

Inhalation: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. However product may be mildly irritating, although unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation. Skin Contact: Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in normal use. However product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure. Eye Contact: Short Term Exposure: This product may be irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure. Ingestion: Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. However, this product may be irritating to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than transient discomfort. Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: Simazine is classified by SWA as a Class 3 Carcinogen, possibly carcinogenic to humans. See the SWA website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: Simazine is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans. See the IARC website for further details. A web address has not been provided as addresses frequently change.