Avatec/Bovatec Technical

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: T, Toxic. Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA. Dangerous according to the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. R20, R25. Harmful by inhalation. Toxic if swallowed

Precautionary statements

S20, S22, S38, S45, S61, S24/25, S36/37/39. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe dust. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show this MSDS where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety Data Sheets. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

SUSMP Classification

S4

ADG classification

Class 6.1 Toxic Substances

UN Number

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Health hazards

toxic if swallowed, harmful if inhaled. This is an antibiotic preparation. Any person with a history of allergies to this class of substances should avoid all contact with this product as it may cause sensitisation. This is a physiologically active product and so contact should be minimised, especially if the user is taking a form of medication, as interactions can sometimes give unexpected and undesired results. PPooottteeennntttiiiaaalll P HHeeeaaalllttthhh H EEffffffeeeccctttsss E Inhalation: Short term exposure: Harmful by inhalation. Dusts will be irritating to the upper respiratory system. Over-exposure may be fatal. 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. Available data shows that this product is toxic, but further symptoms are not available. This product may also be irritating to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything more than transient discomfort in small doses. Long Term exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.