General Information
Revision date
2016-12-13
Product name
Alternate Brand Name
Product Synonyms
None
CAS No.
85-00-7
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Sharda Diquat Dibromide 37.3% SL AG
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shardain@vsnl.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
OSHA Regulatory Status This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 4 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Dusts/Mists) Category 2 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1
2.2 Label elements
Emergency Overview Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Very toxic to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Appearance viscous Physical state liquid Odor None
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear respiratory protection Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace Avoid release to the environment
Response
Specific treatment is urgent (see instructions on this label) Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth Collect spillage
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Not applicable
Further information
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Unknown acute toxicity 0% of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity