Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
64742-95-6
Name of the chemical
Solvent naphtha (petroleum), light arom
Concentration
21.5%
General Information
Revision date
2015-03-17
Product name
Malathion 5
Product Synonyms
Malathion
Chemical name
O,O-dimethyl dithiophosphate of diethyl mercaptosuccinate
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Agricultural insecticide – See product label for complete list of uses and use sites
1.2.2. Uses advised against
See product label for information regarding restrictions on the use of this product
Emergency telephone
1-800-424-9300, 1-877-424-7452, 1-855-494-6343
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Company Information
company name
WINFIELD SOLUTIONS, LLC
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA HCS 2012 EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Amber to light yellow liquid with a pungent odor. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. Flammable liquid. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful if swallowed as it may be aspirated into the lungs.
Potential health effects
Eyes Causes serious, but temporary, eye irritation. Skin Causes moderate but reversible irritation including redness and swelling. Inhalation May cause irritation of the upper respiratory system and weakness or dizziness. Malathion can affect you when breathed in and can cause organophosphorous poisoning. Symptoms of poisoning may include headache, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, tightness in chest, drooling, frothing of mouth and nose, convulsions, coma and death. Ingestion: Malathion is a poison through ingestion and causes symptoms similar to those listed for inhalation. Preexisting Conditions: Preexisting skin or respiratory conditions may be aggravated by exposure.
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes skin irritation. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin May cause respiratory irritation. Flammable liquid and vapor. Percent of product with unknown toxicity 0% Continued on next page PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Prevention
Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye and face protection (See Section 8). Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Avoid breathing mist, spray, or fumes. Use only outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces. - No Smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
Response
If swallowed: Immediately call a poison control center (1-877-424-7452) or doctor. Do Not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists Get medical attention. If on skin Wash with plenty of water. Immediately call a poison control center (1-877-424-7452) or doctor for treatment advice. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison control center (1-877-424-7452) or doctor for treatment advice if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray or water fog to extinguish.
Storage
Store locked up. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Federal, state and local regulations.
