MSDS: Luxan Dichlobenil Granules

Luxan Dichlobenil Granules
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Preparation:	Luxan Dichlobenil Granules
Supplier:	Nomix Enviro Ltd, Portland Building, Portland Street, Staple Hill, Bristol BS16 4PS T: 0117 957 4574; F: 0117 956 3461
Chemical Emergency Agency Service 24 hour: 01865 407 333

Composition: 2, 6-dichlorobenzonitrile (dichlobenil) 6.75% w/w CAS No: 1194-65-6
MAPP Number:	09250
Product is of low toxicity under normal conditions of handling and use. May cause irritation to eyes and respiratory system. Since this product is harmful to fish or other aquatic life, the maximum concentration of active ingredient in treated water must not exceed 3ppm or such lower concentration as the appropriate water body may require. Users must consult the appropriate water regulatory body (Environment Agency) before using the product near water and must obtain their agreement before using this product to control aquatic weeds. Treated water must not be used for irrigation purposes within 6 weeks of treatment or until the concentration of active falls below 0.3ppm. Top of Page
Inhalation Remove to fresh air. Skin Contact Remove any contaminated clothing and wash underlying skin with soap and water. Call doctor in case of skin irritation. Eye Contact Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Call doctor. Ingestion Wash mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately Top of Page .
Extinguishing Media Water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide, halones. Hazardous combustion products Toxic and irritant vapours. Protection of fire-fighters Self-contained breathing apparatus and suitable protective clothing should be worn in fire conditions. Additional information Keep containers cool by spraying with water. Top of Page
Personal Precautions Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and eye/face protection. Refer to section 8. Environmental Precautions Do not wash into sewers or into any body of water. Advise Environment Agency/SEPA, if spillage has entered water course or drainage system. Methods for Cleaning Up Use sand or other non-combustible material and remove as special waste. Top of Page
Handling When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Wash hands and exposed skin before eating, drinking or smoking and after work. Storage Store in a dry, cool, frost-free ventilated area. Top of Page
Occupational Exposure Limits: None assigned Engineering Measures: For most conditions, no respiratory protection should be needed. However, in Dusty atmospheres, use an approved dust respirator. For emergency conditions, use an approved positive pressure self contained breathing apparatus. Respiratory Protection: Wear clean, long sleeved, body-covering clothing. Use gloves, impervious to this material, when prolonged or frequently repeated contact could occur. Top of Page
Appearance: Brown Granules Odour: Aromatic Water Solubility: Soluble (14.6mg/l at 20°C ) Bulk Density: 1500kg/m3 Top of Page
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions Conditions to avoid: Open fire. Product may char at 450°C Top of Page
Active Ingredient Acute oral LD50 (rats) -47g/kg (Additive) Acute oral lD50(male mice) - 31.5g/kg (Additive) Acute oral LD50 (female mice) -30.5g/kg (Additive) Acute percutaneous LD50 (albino rabbits) –20g/kg (Additive) Poisoning Symptons Slowness, anorexia, weakness, coma Therapeutic Measures Decontaminations, symptomatic treatment. Top of Page
Aquatic toxicity Guppies LC50 - (48 hours) 18mg/I Daphnia LC50 - (48 hours) 9.8mg/l Avian toxicity Japanese quail LC50 (8 hours) – 5g/kg diet Pheasant LC50 (8 hours) - 1.5g/kg diet Honeybees Product is non-toxic to bees Top of Page
Product and Contaminated Waste For information on container disposal and on the disposal of surplus product consult Part 5 of the MAFF/HSE publications ‘Pesticides – Code of Practice for the Safe Use of Pesticides on Farms and Holdings
Not regulated for transport Top of Page
Approved under the Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986. The (COSHH) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations may apply to the use of this product at work. Hazard Symbol: None Risk Phrases: R52: Harmful to aquatic organisms Safety Phrases S2: Keep out of reach of children S13: Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs S20/21: When using do not eat, drink or smoke Top of Page
For use only as an agricultural/horticultural/industrial/aquatic herbicide The information contained within this Material Safety Data Sheet does not constitute the users own assessment of workplace risk as required by other national health and safety legislation such as the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations(1988). Read the label before you buy Use pesticides safely. The information in this data sheet is to the best of our knowledge true and accurate, but all instructions, recommendations and suggestions are made without guarantee. Since the conditions of use are beyond their control, Nomix Enviro and its subsidiaries disclaim any liability for the loss or damage suffered from use of this information. Furthermore no liability is accepted if use of any product in accordance with these instructions, recommendations and suggestions infringes any patent. Date of MSDS Preparation: 23.11.05 Supersedes MSDS Dated: 14.08.03 Top of Page

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