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Fog'n'Mist Material Safety Data Sheet

A non-viscous, ready to use insecticide for use through thermal/mechanical fogging and misting equipment.

This product is mostly hydrocarbon similar to Shellsol T... being a light flammable oil, most of any hazard to humans and proprty will emanate from this content of the product.

  Manufacturer Pestech Australia Pty Ltd
17 Ballybunyon Cres Hope Island Qld 4212
Ph. 1800 12345 7   Fax (07) 5530 8847
e-mail: py@pestech.com.au


Ingredients
 
COMPONENT
g/L
HAZARD
Pyrethrins
2
slight toxicity to mammals
Piperonyl butoxide
16
slight toxicity to mammals
Petroleum hydrocarbons
642
flammable liquid


Physical Data
 
Boiling point 760mmHG
FBP 205°C
Specific Gravity
0.767
Vapour density
6.0
Melting point
N/A
Vapour pressure
0.07 kPa @ 15°C
Solubility in water
insoluble
% Volatiles by volume
99%
Evaporation rate
0.01
Appearance & Odour
Slight aromatic odour;
pale amber liquid


Fire & Explosion Data
 
Flash point
57°C Abel
Flammable limits in air
0.6% lower  7.0 upper
Extinguishing media
Dry chemical or foam;
fog nozzle water spray
Special fire fighting procedures
Use air supplied rescue equipment in enclosed areas
Unusual fire/explosion hazard
Do not store/mix with strong oxidants


Health Hazard Information
 
Routes of Exposure
  Inhalation
CNS depression, loss of co-ordination
Skin contact
Dries and de-fats the skin
Eye contact
An irritant and de-fatting agent
Ingestion
Irritation of the gastro-intestinal tract
Effects of Over Exposure
  Acute
Unconsciousness
Chronic
CNS depression
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
  Eyes
Flush with water for 15 minutes
Skin
Wash with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation Remove to fresh air; give artificial respiration if needed
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting; give 1 cupful of milk


Reactivity Data

  Conditions contributing to instability Stable
Incompatibility Strong oxidants like oxygen, liquid chlorine
Hazardous decomposition products Carbon monoxide if incompl. combustion
Conditions contributing to hazardous polymerisation N/A
 

Spill or Leak Procedures
IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: Remove all sources of ignition, keep people away, recover free liquid, add absorbent to spill area, ventilate enclosed spaces, avoid breathing the vapours. Do not contaminate waterways.

NEUTRALISING CHEMICALS: N/A

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Contain spilled liquid and absorb. Transfer absorbed material to open drums, arrange maximum ventilation and consult local authorities for disposal instructions.


Special Protection Information
  Ventilation Good ventilation required when handling the product
Respiratory protection Organic vapor cartridges/canisters for low concentrations; self contained breathing apparatus for high concentrations
Eyes Goggles
Gloves PVC chemically resistant
Clothing Wear long trousers and sleeves

 

Special Precautions
Keep container closed when not in use. Do not handle or store near open flames or heat, sparks or strong oxidants. Adequatley ventilate. Do not over-apply as horizontal surfaces such as floors can become oily and slippery.

The hydrocarbon is a static accumulator. Do not use at temperatures near or above the flash point of 57°C.