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HMIS Rating: Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Personal Protection: B
Potential Health Effects:
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion.
Inhalation: Overexposure to dust may cause transitory upper respiratory irritation.
Skin Contact: May cause moderate dermal irritation.
Eye Contact: Dusts may cause irritation or corneal injury due to mechanical action.
Ingestion: Ingestion of large quantities can be harmful and irritating to the G.I. system.
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: May cause upper respiratory irritation, and may aggravate pre-
existing respiratory conditions.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP. IARC lists chlorophenoxy herbicides in its Group 2B (limited evidence for
carcinogenicity in humans). Not regulated as a carcinogen by OSHA.
SECTION IV - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move to an area free from risk of further exposure. Treat symptomatically if required. No adverse
effects anticipated by this route of exposure incidental to proper handling.
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with clean water for 10-15 minutes, holding lids open. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Bathe and shampoo with soap and water to remove chemicals from
skin and hair. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Launder contaminated clothing separately prior to reuse.
Ingestion: Call a physician or Poison Control Center.
SECTION V - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
NFPA Rating: Health: 1 Fire: 1 Reactivity: 0 Other: 0
Flash point and Method: This product is non-flammable. Closed cup.
Extinguishing Method: Foam, CO
2
, dry chemical, water.
Fire or Explosion Hazards: Burning product may produce irritating or poisonous gases. Run-off from fire control
area or dilution water may cause pollution. If surface water is contaminated, contact local authorities.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure breathing apparatus.
SECTION VI - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Clean-up Procedures: Pick up or shovel material into waste container taking care to minimize dust. Wet down if
necessary to control dust. Vacuum dust.
Personal Precautions: If dusty conditions exist, wear a face mask approved for use with dusts such as 3M 8511
N-95 or equivalent.
Environmental Precautions: Keep major spills from entering lakes and waterways.
SECTION VII - HANDLING AND STORAGE