DB Straight. 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 1.1 Identification of the product

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1 SAFETY DATA SHEET Preparation Date 26-Mar-2013 Revision Number: 1 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 1.1 Identification of the product Product Description: Pure substance/preparation Preparation 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Recommended Use Uses advised against Herbicide Non labeled activities. 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Supplier Address United Phosphorus Ltd The Centre Birchwood Park Warrington WA3 6YN Cheshire, UK Tel. : +44 (0) Fax : +44 (0) info.uk@uniphos.com 1.4 Emergency telephone number Emergency Telephone Number (CARECHEM 24): +44 (0) United Kingdom NHS Direct (UK): Page 1 / 11

2 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1 Classification of the mixture Symbol(s) R-code(s) Xn - Harmful N - Dangerous for the environment Xn;R22 - Xi;R41- R43 - N;R51-53 For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section Label Elements Symbol(s) Xn - Harmful N - Dangerous for the environment R -phrase(s) R22 - Harmful if swallowed R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment S -phrase(s) S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S35 - This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way S46 - If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label S57 - Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection 2.3 Other hazards Page 2 / 11

3 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.2. Mixtures Chemical Name 2,4-DB (2,4-Dichloro-phenoxyb utyric acid) EC No. CAS-No Weight % Classification (Dir.67/548) N;R51-53 Xn;R22 EU - GHS Substance Classification Acute Tox. 4 (H302) Aquatic Chronic 2 (H411) REACH No. No data available For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section Description of first-aid measures 4. FIRST AID MEASURES General Advice Eye Contact Skin Contact Ingestion Inhalation Protection of First-aiders Immediate medical attention is not required Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids Get medical advice/attention. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes Consult a physician Rinse mouth Drink plenty of water Do NOT induce vomiting Consult a physician Move to fresh air Consult a physician Use personal protective equipment 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed 4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptomatically. Page 3 / 11

4 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable Extinguishing Media Unsuitable Extinguishing Media Carbon dioxide (CO2) Foam Water spray Dry powder Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Special hazard Hydrogen chloride Carbon oxides Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating and toxic gases and vapors. 5.3 Advice for firefighters Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Ensure adequate ventilation Use personal protective equipment 6.2 Environmental precautions Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system Prevent product from entering drains Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Contain and collect spillage with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and place in container for disposal according to local/national regulations (see Section 13). Page 4 / 11

5 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Handling Wear personal protective equipment Ensure adequate ventilation Hygiene Measures Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep in a dry place Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place Keep in a bunded area 7.3 Specific end uses 8.1 Control parameters 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Exposure limits Apply technical measures to comply with the occupational exposure limits Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) Predicted No Effect Concentration (PNEC) 8.2 Exposure controls Engineering Controls Personal protective equipment Eye Protection Skin Protection Hand Protection Respiratory Protection Environmental exposure controls Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas Safety glasses with side-shields. Lightweight protective clothing. Protective gloves. Protective gloves. In case of mist, spray or aerosol exposure wear suitable personal respiratory protection and protective suit Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. Prevent product from entering drains. Page 5 / 11

6 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance Physical State Odor Dark brown Liquid, Soluble concentrate Phenolic Property Values ph 8.5 Melting point/freezing point Boiling Point/Range > 100 C Flash Point > 75 C Evaporation rate Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable Relative density Remarks/ Method (1% aq) Water Solubility Soluble in water Solubility in other solvents Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water1.35 Autoignition Temperature >400 C Decomposition temperature Viscosity 16.9 mpa.s Oxidizing Properties Non oxidizing Explosive Properties 9.2 Other information VOC Content Page 6 / 11

7 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY 10.1 Reactivity 10.2 Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions Possibility of Hazardous Reactions Hazardous polymerisation does not occur Conditions to Avoid Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition 10.5 Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents Strong acids Strong bases 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products Carbon oxides Hydrogen chloride Information on toxicological effects Acute Toxicity 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Local effects Inhalation Eye Contact Skin Contact Ingestion There is no data available for this product. Causes serious eye damage. There is no data available for this product. Harmful if swallowed. Chemical Name LD50 Oral LD50 Dermal LC50 Inhalation 2,4-DB > 667 mg/kg ( Rat ) > 2000 mg/kg ( Rat ) > 5.75 mg/l (2,4-Dichloro-phenoxybutyric acid) Chronic Toxicity Skin corrosion/irritation Eye damage/irritation Sensitization Carcinogenic effects Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitization by skin contact. Page 7 / 11

8 Mutagenic Effects Reproductive Effects STOT - single exposure STOT - repeated exposure 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION 12.1 Toxicity EC50/72h/algae = 54.6 mg/l EC50/48h/daphnia = 25 mg/l LC50/fish/96 h = 17.8 mg/l Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Persistence and degradability Readily biodegradable Bioaccumulative potential Product has a low potential to bioconcentrate 12.4 Mobility in soil 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT) Other adverse effects Chemical Name 2,4-DB (2,4-Dichloro-phenoxybutyric acid) EU - Endocrine Disrupters Candidate List Group III Chemical EU - Endocrine Disruptors - Evaluated Substances Page 8 / 11

9 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS 13.1 Waste treatment methods Waste from Residues / Unused Products Contaminated Packaging EWC waste disposal No Other Information Dispose of in accordance with local regulations. Clean container with water. Empty containers should be taken for local recycling, recovery or waste disposal. Empty remaining contents agrochemical waste containing dangerous substances. According to the European Waste Catalogue, Waste Codes are not product specific, but application specific. Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used. 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION ADR/RID UN-No Proper Shipping Name 14.3 Hazard Class 14.4 Packing Group 14.5 Environmental hazard 14.6 Special Provisions IMDG/IMO UN-No Proper Shipping Name 14.3 Hazard Class 14.4 Packing Group 14.5 Environmental hazard 14.6 Special Provisions Not regulated. Not regulated. IATA/ICAO UN-No Not regulated Proper Shipping Name 14.3 Hazard Class 14.4 Packing Group 14.5 Environmental hazard 14.6 Special Provisions Page 9 / 11

10 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture - To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use International Inventories TSCA EINECS/ ELINCS DSL/NDSL PICCS ENCS CHINA AICS KECL Legend TSCA - United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b) Inventory DSL/NDSL - Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic Substances List EINECS/ELINCS - European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances PICCS - Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances ENCS - Japan Existing and New Chemical Substances IECSC - China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances AICS - Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances KECL - Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances 15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out. Page 10 / 11

11 16. OTHER INFORMATION Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3 R22 - Harmful if swallowed R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3 H302 - Harmful if swallowed H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Revision Date Revision Note 26-Mar-2013 not applicable This safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 Disclaimer The information contained is based on our knowledge of the product at the date of publishing. It applies to the PRODUCT AS SUCH. In case of formulation or mixture, make sure that a new danger will not appear. Users are advised of possible additional hazards when the product is used in applications for which it was not intended. This sheet shall only be used and duplicated for prevention and Safety purposes. For rates and use recommendations, refer to the information displayed on the packaging. It is the responsability of the handlers of the product to pass on this safety data sheet to any subsequent persons who will come into contact with the product. End of Safety Data Sheet Page 11 / 11