MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet
Date of issue
03/11/11
Product name
Zep Root Kill
Product code
ZROOT2
Supersedes
12/22/06
This product is a registered pesticide. EPA ID No. 56576-1-40849
Emergency Telephone Numbers
For MSDS Information:
Compliance Services 404-352-1680
For Medical Emergency
[phone] Toll Free - All Calls Recorded
For Transportation Emergency
CHEMTREC: [phone] - All Calls Recorded
In the District of Columbia [phone]
Prepared By
Compliance Services
1420 Seaboard Industrial Blvd.
Atlanta, GA 30318
Zep Commercial Sales & Service
A unit of Zep Inc.
P.O. Box 1060
Cartersville, GA 30120
1-888-805-HELP (4357)
www.ze
p
commercial.com
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Emergency overview
DANGER
CAUSES EYE BURNS. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT AND
SKIN IRRITATION. HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED.
Apply this product only as specified on the label.
*Hazard Determination System (HDS): Health, Flammability, Reactivity
Acute Effects
Eyes
Skin
Inhalation
Ingestion
Routes of Entry
Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation.
Causes eye burns. Direct contact with the eyes can cause irreversible damage, including
blindness.
Causes skin irritation. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening or,
occasionally, blistering. May cause skin sensitization.
Do not breathe dust. Inhalation of dust will produce irritation to gastro-intestinal or respiratory
tract, characterized by burning, sneezing and coughing. May cause irritation of respiratory tract,
coughing, shortness of breath. Over-exposure by inhalation may cause respiratory irritation.
May be fatal if swallowed. May cause burns to mouth, throat and stomach.
NOTE: MSDS data pertains to the product as delivered in the original shipping container(s). Risk of adverse effects are lessened by following all
prescribed safety precautions, including the use of proper personal protective equipment.
Chronic effects
Contains material which causes damage to the following organs: kidneys, the nervous system.
Additional Information: See Toxicological Information (Section 11)
Section 2. Hazards Identification
30 0
N
o known significant effects or critical hazards.
Product/ingredient name
N
ot available.
Name of Hazardous Ingredients CAS number % by Weight
Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate; Cupric Sulfate; Blue Vitriol 7758-99-8 99
Section 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Eye Contact
Skin Contact
Inhalation
Ingestion
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and
remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
Flush affected skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Continue to rinse for at least
10 minutes. Wash clothing before reuse. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Move exposed person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing, give artificial
respiration. Get medical attention.
Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If affected person is conscious, give
plenty of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention
immediately.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
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