SDS - Surefire Macromite Miticide - 260701
Applies to Macromite | Miticide
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Product Name: Surefire Macromite Miticide Page: 1 of 6 This version issued: July, 2026 SAFETY DATA SHEET Issued by: PCT Holdings Pty Ltd Phone: (all hours) Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)
Section 1 - Identification of the Material and Supplier
PCT Holdings Pty Ltd Phone: (all hours)
- Chemical nature: Bifenazate is a carbazate derivative.
- Trade Name: Surefire Macromite Miticide
- APVMA Code: 81158
- Product Use: Agricultural miticide for use as described on the product label.
- Creation Date: August, 2013
- This version issued: July, 2026 and is valid for 5 years from this date.
- Poisons Information Centre: Phone 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
- SUSMP Classification: None allocated.
- ADG Classification: Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.
- UN Number: 3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
GHS Signal word: WARNING
- Skin Irritation Category 2
- Skin sensitisation Category 1
- Eye irritation Category 2B
- Acute Toxicity Inhalation Category 4
- Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure Category 3
- Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure category 2
- Hazardous to aquatic environment Short term/Chronic Category 1
Hazard Statement:
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H320: Causes eye irritation.
- H332: Harmful if inhaled.
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
- H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
Prevention
- P261: Avoid breathing fumes, mists, vapours or spray.
- P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
- P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.
Response
- P312: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell.
- P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
- P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P332+P313: If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice.
- P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice.
- P391: Collect spillage.
- P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred firefighting medium but, if it is not available, normal foam can be used.
Storage
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- P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
- P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
- P501: Dispose of contents and containers as specified on the registered label.
Emergency Overview
- Physical Description & Colour: Brown opaque liquid.
- Odour: Characteristic odour.
- Major Health Hazards: irritating to eyes and skin, harmful if inhaled, may cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure, dermal sensitiser.
Section 3 - Composition/information on Ingredients
| Ingredients | CAS No | Conc, g/L | TWA ($\text{mg/m}^3$) | STEL ($\text{mg/m}^3$) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bifenazate | 149877-41-8 | 480 | not set | not set |
| Other non hazardous ingredients | various | 110 | not set | not set |
| Water | 7732-18-5 | to 1 L | not set | not set |
This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non hazardous ingredients are also possible.
The SWA TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5 day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that may be equalled (but should not be exceeded) for no longer than 15 minutes and should not be repeated more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak" is used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General Information: You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all times. Have this SDS with you when you call.
- Inhalation: If symptoms of poisoning become evident, contact a Poisons Information Centre, or call a doctor at once. Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be beneficial if administered by trained personnel, preferably on a doctor's advice. DO NOT allow victim to move about unnecessarily. Symptoms of pulmonary oedema can be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure.
- Skin Contact: Wash gently and thoroughly with warm water (use non-abrasive soap if necessary) for 10-20 minutes or until product is removed. Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g. watchbands and belts) and completely decontaminate them before reuse or discard. If irritation persists, repeat flushing and seek medical attention.
- Eye Contact: Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 20 minutes or until the product is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face. Obtain medical attention immediately. Take special care if exposed person is wearing contact lenses.
- Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and contact a Poisons Information Centre, or call a doctor.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
- Fire and Explosion Hazards: The major hazard in fires is usually inhalation of heated and toxic or oxygen deficient (or both), fire gases. There is little risk of an explosion from this product if commercial quantities are involved in a fire. This product is likely to decompose only after heating to dryness, followed by further strong heating. Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
- Extinguishing Media: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Alcohol resistant foam is the preferred firefighting medium but, if it is not available, normal foam can be used. Try to contain spills, minimise spillage entering drains or water courses.
- Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade. There is little danger of a violent reaction or explosion if significant quantities of this product are involved in a fire. Recommended personal protective equipment is full fire kit and breathing apparatus.
- Flammability Class: Does not burn.
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
- Accidental release: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear full protective clothing including eye/face protection. All skin areas should be covered. See below under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC. Eye/face protective equipment should include a full face shield. If there is a significant chance that vapours or mists are likely to build up in the cleanup area, we recommend that you use a respirator. Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult the Australian Standard mentioned below (section 8). Otherwise, not normally necessary. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Absorb onto sand, vermiculite or other suitable absorbent material. If spill is too large or if absorbent material is not available, try to create a dike to stop material spreading or going into drains or waterways. Because of the environmentally hazardous nature of this product, special care should be taken to restrict release to waterways or drains. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. Recycle containers wherever possible after careful cleaning. Refer to product label for specific instructions. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services. Full details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused material may be found on the label. If there is any conflict between this SDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Ensure legality of disposal by consulting regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
- Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check Section 8 of this SDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed. The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible materials listed in Section 10.
- Storage: Although this is classed as a Dangerous Good, you may not need a license to store it. If you have any doubts, we suggest you contact your Dangerous Goods authority in order to clarify your obligations. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the label.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
- Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715
- Protective Gloves: AS 2161
- Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501 set 2008
- Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337
- Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210
SWA Exposure Limits: Exposure limits have not been established by SWA for any of the significant ingredients in this product.
The ADI for Bifenazate is set at 0.01mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 1mg/kg/day. ADI means Acceptable Daily Intake; NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Data from Australian ADI List, June 2014.
No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are for bulk handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems.
- Ventilation: This product should only be used in a well ventilated area. If natural ventilation is inadequate, use of a fan is suggested.
- Eye Protection: Protective glasses or goggles should be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect your eyes may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to where this product is being used.
- Skin Protection: Prevent skin contact by wearing impervious gloves, clothes and, preferably, apron. Make sure that all skin areas are covered. See below for suitable material types.
- Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber, PVC.
- Respirator: Usually, no respirator is necessary when using this product. However, if you have any doubts consult the Australian Standard mentioned above. Otherwise, not normally necessary.
- Eyebaths or eyewash stations and safety deluge showers should, if practical, be provided near to where this product is being handled commercially.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
- Physical Description & colour: Brown opaque liquid.
- Odour: Characteristic odour.
- Boiling Point: Approximately 104°C at 100kPa.
- Flash point: Does not burn.
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- Upper Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
- Lower Flammability Limit: Does not burn.
- Autoignition temperature: Not applicable - does not burn.
- Freezing/Melting Point: Below 0°C.
- Volatiles: Water component.
- Vapour Pressure: 2.37 kPa at 20°C (water vapour pressure).
- Vapour Density: As for water.
- Specific Gravity: 1.091
- Water Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
- pH: Neutral.
- Volatility: No data.
- Odour Threshold: No data.
- Evaporation Rate: As for water.
- Coeff Oil/water Distribution: No data
- Particle Characteristics: Not applicable to liquids.
Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
- Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
- Conditions to Avoid: Protect this product from light. Store in the closed original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
- Incompatibilities: strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidising agents.
- Fire Decomposition: This product is likely to decompose only after heating to dryness, followed by further strong heating. Combustion forms carbon dioxide, and if incomplete, carbon monoxide and possibly smoke. Water is also formed. May form nitrogen and its compounds, and under some circumstances, oxides of nitrogen. Occasionally hydrogen cyanide gas in reducing atmospheres. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma and death.
- Polymerisation: This product will not undergo polymerisation reactions.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Local Effects:
- Target Organs: There is no data to hand indicating any particular target organs.
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient: Bifenazate H373, H317, H410
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) – category 2
- Skin sensitisation – category 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment (acute) – category 1
- Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic) – category 1
Bifenazate: $\text{LD}{50}$ Oral, Rat >5000mg/kg $\quad \text{LD}{50}$ Dermal, Rat = >2000mg/kg $\text{LC}_{50}$ Inhalation, Rat = >4.4mg/L/4hr
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation:
- Short Term Exposure: Available data shows that this product is harmful, but symptoms are not available. In addition product may be mildly irritating, although unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
- Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact:
- Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in normal use. However product is a skin irritant. Symptoms may include itchiness and reddening of contacted skin. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased. Bifenazate is classified as a dermal sensitiser. Repeated/prolonged exposure may result in sensitisation. Once sensitised, exposure to this product, or other products containing bifenazate, may result in an allergic reaction which in some cases can be severe.
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- Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
- Short Term Exposure: This product is an eye irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased. However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage.
- Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
Ingestion:
- Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. However, this product is an oral irritant. Symptoms may include burning sensation and reddening of skin in mouth and throat. Other symptoms may also become evident, but all should disappear once exposure has ceased.
- Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
Carcinogen Status:
- SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA.
- NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
- IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
This product is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This product is toxic to bees. This product is biodegradable. It will not accumulate in the soil or water or cause long term problems. $\text{DT}_{50}$ (half life) in aerobic soil is a few hours; in anaerobic soil it is about 80 days. In natural water it is 45 minutes
- Birds: $\text{LD}_{50}$ bobwhite quail: 1142mg/kg
- Fish: $\text{LC}_{50}$ bluegill sunfish (Lepomis macrochirus): 0.58mg/L
- Fish: $\text{LC}_{50}$ rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss): 0.76mg/L
- Bees: $\text{LD}_{50}$ 8.5µg/bee (48 hour contact)
- Daphnia: $\text{EC}_{50}$ 0.50mg/L (48 hour).
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
- Disposal: Special help is available for the disposal of Agricultural Chemicals. The product label will give general advice regarding disposal of small quantities, and how to cleanse containers. However, for help with the collection of unwanted rural chemicals, contact ChemClear and for help with the disposal of empty drums, contact DrumMuster where you will find contact details for your area.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Not subject to the ADG Code when transported by Road or Rail in Australia, in packages 500kg(L) or less; or IBCs, but classed as Dangerous by IATA and IMDG when carried by Air or Sea transport (see details below).
- ADG Code: 3082, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S.
- Hazchem Code: •3Z
- Special Provisions: 179, 274, AU01
- Limited quantities: ADG 7 specifies a Limited Quantity value of 5 L for this class of product.
- Dangerous Goods Class: Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.
- Packaging Group: III
- Packaging Method: P001, IBC03, LP01
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight container with Dangerous Goods of Class 1 (Explosives).
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
- AIIC: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with AICIS regulations.
Section 16 - Other Information
This SDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
- ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail ($7^{\text{th}}$ edition)
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- AIIC Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals
- SWA Safe Work Australia, formerly ASCC and NOHSC
- CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
- Hazchem Code Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency services especially firefighters
- IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
- NOS Not otherwise specified
- NTP National Toxicology Program (USA)
- SUSMP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines & Poisons
- UN Number United Nations Number
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