2,4-D Ester 4

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Classification in accordance with regulation HCS 29CFR §1910.1200 WARNING Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. Avoid breathing vapors or mists. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Combustible. Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Overexposure by ingestion, inhalation, or skin absorption may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, decreased blood pressure, muscle weakness, and muscle spasms.

Potential health effects

EYE: May cause eye irritation. SKIN: Harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause skin irritation in certain individuals. INHALATION: Harmful if inhaled. May cause irritation to the respiratory tract, headache, anesthesia, drowsiness, unconsciousness, and other effects to the central nervous system, which could be fatal. INGESTION: Harmful if swallowed. The petroleum distillate, if aspirated into the respiratory system during ingestion or vomiting, may cause mild or severe pulmonary injury, which could be fatal. CHRONIC: May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause reproductive and fetal effects. Effects may be delayed. Chronic exposure will cause neurological degradation and/or abnormalities. Potential Physical Hazards: Can decompose at high temperatures forming irritating and toxic gases.

Environmental hazards

Toxic to aquatic invertebrates and nontarget plants. Moderately toxic to fish. Keep out of waterways. Slightly toxic to birds and wildlife. Practically non- toxic to bees.