Malathion 50 % EC

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification (As defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29)

Health hazards

Acute toxicity - oral Category 4 Skin irritation Category 2 Eye irritation Category 2B

Aspiration hazard

Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity -single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity -repeated exposure) Category 2 Aquatic acute toxicity Category 1 Aquatic chronic toxicity Category 1

Signal word

DANGER

Hazard statements

Harmful if swallowed. Harmful if inhaled. Causes eye irritation. May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes damage to nervous system. May cause damage to nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wear protective gloves chemically resistant to this material. Examples of preferred glove barrier materials include: Neoprene, Nitrile/butadiene rubber ("nitrile" or "NBR") or Polyvinyl chloride ("PVC" or "vinyl"). Wear eye protection/face protection (see Section 8). Wash face and hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area. Prevent from entering into sewers, waterways and/or groundwater. See Section 12: Ecological Information. Keep only in original container.

Response

If swallowed: Immediately call a poison control center/doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. If exposed: Call poison center/doctor. Specific treatment see Note to Physician, Section 4: First- Aid Measures. Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.

Storage

Store locked up in corrosive resistant container (high density polyethylene).

Disposal

Disposal of contents/container must be in accordance with your local or area regulatory authorities.