Bisect 100 EC Termiticide & Insecticide

Hazard statements (CLP)

H227, H302, H315, H320, H412

Code

Statements

H227

Combustible liquid

Hazard statements

This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA Australia. Not subject to the ADG Code when transported in Australia by Road or Rail in packages 500kg(L) or less; or IBCs (refer to SP AU01). However if transported by Air or Sea, this provision does not apply. Then the product is classed as Dangerous (Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous) by IATA and IMDG/IMSBC respectively. See details below and in Section 14 of this SDS. R22, R36/38, R52/53. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and skin. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment. H227: Combustible liquid. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H315: Causes skin irritation. H320: Causes eye irritation. H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements

S20, S23, S29, S45, S24/25. When using, do not eat or drink. Do not breathe spray or mists. Do not empty into drains. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

SUSMP Classification

S6

ADG classification

Class 9 Miscellaneous dangerous goods

UN Number

3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (Bifenthrin)

Signal word

WARNING

Prevention

P102: Keep out of reach of children. P210: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. - No smoking. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.

Response

P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P301+P312 IF SWALLOWED Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P302+P352 IF ON SKIN Wash with plenty of soap and water P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs Get medical advice P337+P313 If eye irritation persists Get medical advice P370+P378: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog.

Storage

P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.

Disposal

P501: Dispose of contents and containers as specified on the registered label. Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Light brown coloured liquid. Odour: Aromatic hydrocarbon odour.

Health hazards

Bifenthrin is harmful to mammals when ingested. Large doses may cause incoordination, tremor, salivation, vomiting, diarrhoea, and irritability to sound and touch. LD50, for Bifenthrin is about 54 mg/kg in female rats and 70 mg/kg in male rats. The LD50 for rabbits whose skin is exposed to Bifenthrin is greater than 2,000 mg/kg. Bifenthrin does not sensitize the skin of guinea pigs. Although it does not cause inflammation or irritation on human skin, it can cause a tingling sensation which lasts about 12 hours. It is virtually non-irritating to rabbit eyes. Product is irritating to eyes and skin, and harmful if swallowed.

Potential health effects

See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies. Inhalation Short term exposure: Available data indicates that this product may be harmful. Product is unlikely to cause any discomfort or irritation unless inhaled in large quantities. Skin Contact: Short term exposure: This product causes skin numbness but further symptoms are not available. In addition product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Eye Contact: Short term exposure: Exposure via eyes is considered to be unlikely. This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage. Ingestion: Short term exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this product is harmful, see above for symptoms. This product is unlikely to cause any irritation problems in the short or long term. Carcinogen Status: SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA. NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP. IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.