Carbofuran

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Acute toxicity - Oral Category 1 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 1 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 1B

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if inhaled May cause cancer

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth

Storage

Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable

Other hazards

Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Very toxic to aquatic life. NFPA

Health hazards

2 HMIS 2 Flammability 1 Flammability 1 Stability 0

Physical hazards

0 Physical and chemical - Personal protection - properties