Acme/Gordon"s Vegetation Killer

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Catagory: X Acute X Chronic X Fire Pressure Reactive Information The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) lists chlorophenoxy herbicides in its Group 2B (limited evidence for carcinogenicity in humans.) The US EPA has given the chlorophenoxy herbicides 2,4-D, 2,4-DP, MCPP, and MCPA a Class D classification (not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity.) More current 2,4-D lifetime feeding studies in rats and mice did not show carcinogenic effects and a recent World Health Organization (WHO) review of 2,4-D toxicology has concluded that 2,4-D is not a carcinogen. 4. First Aid Measures: Route(s) of Entry: Skin contact, Inhalation, Ingestion. Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic): EYES: Corrosive. Causese severe irritation and burning. SKIN: Corrosive. Moderately to severely irritating to the skin; may be absorbed through the skin. INHALATION: Moderately irritating to the mucous membranes. Inhalation of sprays may cause burning sensations in the respiratory tract, resulting in coughing. Overexposure by inhalation may cause cardiac sensitization, including arrhythmias and death due to cardiac arrest. INGESTION: May cause vomiting, with pain in the chest and abdomen, and diarrhea. CHRONIC EFFECTS: Repeated or prolonged overexposure to solvents may cause damage to liver and kidneys; and permanent brain and nervous system damage (sometimes referred to as solvent or painter's syndrome). Overexposure may cause systemic toxicity, including adverse effects to blood, CNS, eyes and fetus. REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY: Ths product contains a component(s) which may cause adverse reproductive and/or developmental effects. Pregnant women may be at an increased risk from exposure. Consumption of alcoholic beverages may enhance toxic effects. Signs and Symptoms: Inhalation may cause burning in the chest, with coughing. Prolonged inhalation sometimes causes dizziness. Ingestion usually leads to vomiting. Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Individuals with chronic skin disease or known sensitivity to chlorophenoxy compounds should either avoid using them or take strict precautions to avoid contact. (respirator, gloves, etc.) Emergency First Aid Procedure: IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT: Wash with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical attention if skin irritation persists. IF INGESTED: Do not induce vomiting. Drink milk, egg whites or gelatin; if not available, drink plenty of water. Avoid alcohol. EPA Registration No.: 33955-454 First Aid Measures (Continued)