Paraquat Concentrate

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

NOTE: Please refer to Section 11 for detailed toxicological information. Emergency Overview DANGER-POISON. May be fatal if swallowed. Fatal if inhaled. Do not breathe spray mist. Wear dust/mist respirator as specified in the PPE section of this label. Causes irreversible eye damage. Wear protective eyewear. Harmful if absorbed through skin. Do not get in eyes or on clothing. Avoid contact with skin. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove contaminated clothing and wash clothing before reuse. Important Inhalation is an unlikely route of exposure due to low vapor pressure and large spray droplet size, but mucosal irritation and nosebleeds may occur. Prolonged contact with this concentrated product can irritate your skin. Physical Properties

Appearance/Odor

Dark brown liquid Strong pungent odor Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, chlorine, hydrogen chloride, possible trace amounts of phosgene, nitrogen oxides, ammonia and other toxic and noxious fumes.

Other physicochemical hazards

This product is mildly corrosive to aluminum and produces hydrogen gas, which may form a highly combustible gas mixture. Do not mix or store in containers, spray tanks, mix tanks, nurse tanks or such systems made of aluminum or having aluminum fittings. This product is compatible with high density polyethylene and rubber lined steel containers.

Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure

No specific conditions are known which may be aggravated by exposure to this product.