Bovatec 20 Liquid - MSDS
Infosafe LPSVU Issue July 2004 Status ISSUED by
APSSC
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC
Company Name APS, A division of Nuplex Industries (Aust) Pty Ltd
(ABN 2500045575)
Address 8 Abbott Rd, SEVEN HILLS, NSW 2147
Emergency tel. 1800 022 037 (24H)
Tel/Fax Tel: (02) 9839 4000 Fax: (02) 9674 6225
Other New Zealand: Asia Pacific Specialty Chemicals (NZ) Ltd
Information 119 Carbine Rd
Mt Wellington, Auckland 6
Emergency Tel: 0800 243 622 (24H)
Telephone: (09) 276 4019
Fax: (09) 276 7231
Product Code ABL
Product Number BOVATEC 20 LIQUID
Shipping Name None Allocated
Other Names None Listed
UN Number None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Packing Group None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Product Use As an animal feed additive
Appearance ABL
Melting Point Not Available
Boiling Point From 100o C
Vapour Pressure Not Available
Specific Gravity Not Available
Flash Point Not Applicable
Flamm. Limit LEL Not Available
Flamm. Limit UEL Not Available
Solubility in water Miscible with water in all proportions
Volatile Component About 51% as water
Auto ignition Temp. Not Available
Evaporation Rate Not Available
Vapour Density Not Available
pH Value May be very slightly Alkaline
Odour Almost Odourless
Stability Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling
Materials to avoid Oxidising agents and mineral acids
Information on
Composition Lasalocid sodium in water/propylene glycol solution
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Lasalocid Sodium 25999-20-6 10-30%
1,2-Propanediol 57-55-6 10-30%
Ingredients determined Not required (Balance)
Not to be hazardous
Acute Swallowed Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the gastrointestinal system. Symptoms may include nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea, central nervous system depression, convulsions, visual disturbances, anaesthesia, low blood pressure, muscle tenderness, pulmonary oedema, kidney and brain damage
Acute Eye Irritating to eye. Symptoms may include redness, excessive tearing, stinging and swelling.
Acute Skin Irritating to skin. Symptoms may include redness and itchiness. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may lead to dermatitis
Acute Inhaled Unlikely route of exposure due to the low volatility of the ingredients.
Identification Chronic ingestion of propane 1,2-diol may cause lactic
Chronic acidosis, possible seizures, liver and kidney damage. Animal
data indicates a potentional for adverse reproductive
effects and foetal damage
Swallowed: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water. .
Eye: Flood eyes with plenty of water, holding eyelid(s) open. If irritation develops and persists, seek medical attention.
Skin: Remove Contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Ensure contaminated clothing is washed before re-use or discard. If irritation develops, seek medical attention.
Inhaled: Remove affected person from contaminated area and if irritation persists, seek medical advice. If not breathing apply artificial respiration and seek urgent medical advice
First Aid Facilities Eye wash station and normal washroom facilities.
Other information For advice may contact the Poisons Information Centre (Phone Australia 13 1126; New Zealand 0800 764 766) or a doctor at once
Advice to doctor Treat symptomatically
Other Health Hazard Information
Exposure Limits No value assigned for this specific material by the Australian National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) or the Occupational Safety and Health Service (OSH) of the New Zealand Department of Labour. Manufacturer recommends an exposure standard for the following ingredients:
TWA STEL
Ppm mg/m3 ppm mg/m3
Propylene Glycol 50 156 - -
Lasalocid sodium - 0.1
Other Information No Biological Limit Allocated
Fire Hazards Product is non-Flammable
Storage and Transport
Storage Precautions store at room temperature in a dry, well ventilated area, away from oxidising agents and acids, and out of reach of children. Store in original container out of direct sunlight. Keep containers closed when not in use and securely seals and protected against physical damage. Inspect regularly for deficiencies such as damage or leaks. Large quantities should be stored in a bunded area.
Transport Not classified as a Dangerous Good according to the Australian code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail or NZS 5433:1999, Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land.
Handling Keep containers sealed when not in use. Build up of mists or vapours in the atmosphere must be prevented. Avoid inhalation of vapour and mists. Do not smoke. When dealing with large quantities, repeated or prolonged exposure without protection should be prevented in order to lesson the possibility of disorders. It is essential that all who come into contact with this material maintain high standards of personal hygiene i.e. washing hands prior to eating, drinking, and smoking or using toilet facilites. After each days use, wash gloves. Face shield or goggles and contaminated clothing.
Proper Shipping
Name None allocated
Spills and Disposal
Accidental release Slippery when split. Wear appropriate protective equipment
Measures and clothing to minimise exposure. Extinguish or remove all sources of ignition and stop leak if safe to do so. Increase ventilation. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. If possible contain the spill. Place inert absorbent, non-combustible material onto spillage. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect the material and place in a suitable labelled container for subsequent disposal. Dispose of waste according to the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), federal, state and local regulations. If large quantities of this material enter the waterways contact the EPA, or youre local Waste Management Authority.
Disposal Dispose of waste according to Environmental Protection
Considerations Authority, Federal, state and local regulations
Fire/explosion Hazard
Fire/Explos Hazard Not a fire hazard
Hazardous
Combustion
Products Combustion products include oxides of carbon and smoke
Or byproducts Oxides of carbon and smoke
Fire Fighting
Precautions Fire Fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding environment
Hazardous Reaction Hazardous reaction may occur with oxidising agents and mineral acids
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Conditions to avoid May be sensitive to sunlight and heat
Toxicology Propan-1,2-diol
LD50 Oral (Rat) 20000mg/kg
LD50 Skin (Rabbit) 20800mg/kg
Lasalocid sodium
LD50 Oral (Rat) 122mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation (Rat) 2.65mg/m3/4hours
Environmental
Protection Do not allow product to enter drains, waterways or sewers.
Risk Statement R22 Harmful if swallowed
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin
Safety Statement S23 Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapour/spray
S45 Incase of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
Regulatory Poison Schedule (Australia): S6
Information Poison Schedule (New Zealand): NS
Hazard Category Harmful, Irritant
Bioaccumulation No data available for this specific material
Ecotoxicity Toxic to aquatic organisms and fish.
Persistence/
Degradability Lasalocid sodium is not readily biodegradable
Mobility No data available for this specific material
SDS History MSDS Creation : July 2004
Contact Australia: Business hours: Mr Paul Verran
Telephone: (02) 9839 4024
After Hours: 1800 022 037
New Zealand Business hours: Mr Lloyd Williams
Telephone: (09) 276 4019
Emergency Tel: 0800 154 666
IMPORTANT ADVICE: This MSDS summarizes our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. Each user should read this MSDS and consider the information in the context of how the product will be handled and used in the workplace including its use in conjunction with other products. If clarification or further information is needed to endure that an appropriate risk assessment can be made, the user should contact Nuplex Industries (Aust) Pty Ltd. Our responsibility for products sols is subject to our standard terms and conditions, a copy of which is sent to our customers and is also available on request.
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