SDS - Nufarm Associate Herbicide - 230117

SAFETY DATA SHEET

NUFARM ASSOCIATE Infosafe No.: 3NU73 ISSUED Date : 17/01/2023 ISSUED by: NUFARM AUSTRALIA LIMITED.

Section 1 - Identification

Product Identifier NUFARM ASSOCIATE

Product Code 0095

Product Type Group 2 Herbicide

Company Name NUFARM AUSTRALIA LIMITED. ()

Address 103-105 Pipe Road Laverton North Victoria 3026 AUSTRALIA

Telephone/Fax Number

Emergency Phone Number (24hr Australia)

Emergency Contact Name

E-mail Address

Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use For the control of certain brush and broadleaf species in native pastures, rights of way and commercial and industrial areas and for the control of certain broadleaf weeds in winter cereal crops, grass pastures and pasture renovation as per the Directions for Use table on the label.

Section 2 - Hazard(s) Identification

GHS classification of the substance/mixture Not classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety regulations, Australia. Complies with the requirements of Special Provision AU01 and therefore exempted from being classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail. (7th edition) Classified as Dangerous Goods according to International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG) and International Air Transport Association (IATA).

Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Acute Hazard: Category 1 Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment - Long-Term Hazard: Category 1

Signal Word (s) WARNING

Hazard Statement (s) H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Pictogram (s) [Environment]

Precautionary Statement–Prevention P273 Avoid release to the environment.

Precautionary Statement–Response P391 Collect spillage.

Precautionary Statement–Disposal P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

Precautionary Statement–General P101 If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. P103 Read carefully and follow all instructions.

Section 3 - Composition and Information on Ingredients

Ingredients

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Inhalation If inhaled, remove affected person from contaminated area. Keep at rest until recovered. If symptoms develop and/or persist seek medical attention.

Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Wash out mouth thoroughly with water. Seek medical attention.

Skin Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms develop seek medical attention.

Eye If in eyes, hold eyelids apart and flush the eyes continuously with running water. Remove contact lenses. Continue flushing for several minutes until all contaminants are washed out completely. If symptoms develop and/or persist seek medical attention.

First Aid Facilities Eyewash and normal washroom facilities.

Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.

Other Information For advice in an emergency, contact a Poisons Information Centre (Phone Australia 131 126) or a doctor at once.

Section 5 - Firefighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media Use appropriate fire extinguisher for surrounding environment.

Hazards from Combustion Products This product is non combustible.

Specific hazards arising from the chemical This product is non combustible.

Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) operated in positive pressure mode. Fight fire from safe location.

Hazchem Code 2Z

Decomposition Temperature Not available

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

Emergency Procedures Increase ventilation. Evacuate all unprotected personnel. Wear sufficient respiratory protection and full protective clothing to prevent exposure. Sweep up material avoiding dust generation or dampen spilled material with water to avoid airborne dust, then transfer material to a suitable container. Wash surfaces well with soap and water. Seal all wastes in labelled containers for subsequent recycling or disposal. Dispose of waste according to the applicable local and national regulations. If contamination of sewers or waterways occurs inform the local water and waste management authorities in accordance with local regulations.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Precautions for Safe Handling Avoid inhalation of dust, and skin or eye contact. Use only in a well ventilated area. Keep containers sealed when not in use. Prevent the build up of dust in the work atmosphere. Maintain high standards of personal hygiene i.e. Washing hands prior to eating, drinking, smoking or using toilet facilities. Always read the label and any attached leaflet before use. Equipment that has been used for this chemical should not be used for the application of other materials to sensitive plants, unless it has been washed with chlorine bleach solution as directed on the label.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight and moisture. Store in suitable, labelled containers. Keep containers tightly closed. Store away from incompatible materials. Ensure that storage conditions comply with applicable local and national regulations.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational exposure limit values No exposure standards have been established for this material. However, the available exposure limits for ingredients are listed below:

Kaolin clay TWA: 10 mg/m³

Silica, amorphous precipitated TWA: 10 mg/m³

TWA (Time Weighted Average): The average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal eight-hour working day, for a five-day week.

Source: Safe Work Australia

Biological Monitoring No biological limits allocated.

Control Banding Not available

Engineering Controls Use with good general ventilation. If dusts are produced, local exhaust ventilation should be used.

Respiratory Protection If engineering controls are not effective in controlling airborne exposure then an approved respirator with a replaceable dust/particulate filter should be used. Refer to relevant regulations for further information concerning respiratory protective requirements. Reference should be made to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715, Selection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS 1716, Respiratory Protective Devices, in order to make any necessary changes for individual circumstances.

Eye and Face Protection Safety glasses with full face shield should be used. Eye protection devices should conform to relevant regulations. Eye protection should conform with Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 (series) - Eye Protectors for Industrial Applications.

Hand Protection Wear gloves of impervious material such as PVC. Final choice of appropriate gloves will vary according to individual circumstances. i.e. methods of handling or according to risk assessments undertaken. Occupational protective gloves should conform to relevant regulations. Reference should be made to AS/NZS 2161.1: Occupational protective gloves - Selection, use and maintenance.

Thermal Hazards No further relevant information available.

Body Protection Suitable protective workwear, e.g. cotton overalls buttoned at neck and wrist is recommended. Chemical resistant apron is recommended where large quantities are handled.

Requirements Concerning Special Training Check State or Territory regulations that require people who use pesticides in their job or business to have training in the application of the materials.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Other Information pKa is 3.8 (20°C, metsulfuron methyl)

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts with incompatible materials.

Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling. Hydrolyses at pH <7.

Possibility of hazardous reactions Reacts with incompatible materials.

Conditions to Avoid Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

Incompatible Materials Keep away from strong oxidising agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products Thermal decomposition may result in the release of toxic and/or irritating fumes.

Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

Toxicology Information No toxicity data available for this material. The available acute toxicity data for the ingredients are given below.

Acute Toxicity - Oral Metsulfuron methyl LD50 (rat): >5000 mg/kg

Acute Toxicity - Dermal Metsulfuron methyl LD50 (rabbit): >2000 mg/kg

Acute Toxicity - Inhalation Metsulfuron methyl LC50 (rat): >5 mg/l/4h

Ingestion Ingestion of this product may irritate the gastric tract causing nausea and vomiting.

Inhalation Inhalation of dusts may irritate the respiratory system.

Skin May be irritating to skin. The symptoms may include redness and itching.

Eye May be irritating to eyes. The symptoms may include redness, itching and tearing.

Respiratory Sensitisation Not expected to be a respiratory sensitiser.

Skin Sensitisation Not expected to be a skin sensitiser.

Germ Cell Mutagenicity Not considered to be a mutagenic hazard.

Carcinogenicity Not considered to be a carcinogenic hazard. Silica, amorphous precipitated is listed as a Group 3: Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans according to International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

Reproductive Toxicity Not considered to be toxic to reproduction.

STOT - Single Exposure Not expected to cause toxicity to a specific target organ.

STOT - Repeated Exposure Not expected to cause toxicity to a specific target organ.

Aspiration Hazard Not expected to be an aspiration hazard.

Other Information The Australian Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for metsulfuron methyl for a human is 0.01 mg/kg/day, set for the public for daily, lifetime exposure. This is based on the NOEL of 1 mg/kg/day, the level determined to show no effects during long term exposure for the most sensitive indicators and the most sensitive species. (Ref: Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) December 2022.)

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. The available ecological data is given below.

Persistence and degradability Half life in soil is typically 52 days.

Mobility Not available

Bioaccumulative Potential Not available

Environmental Protection Do not discharge this material into waterways, drains and sewers. Spray drift should be avoided, read the label for more information. Do NOT apply, drain or flush equipment on or near desirable trees or other plants, or on an area where their roots extend, or in locations where the chemical may be washed or moved into contact with their roots.

Acute Toxicity - Fish Metsulfuron methyl LC50 (rainbow trout and bluegill sunfish): >150 mg/l/96h

Acute Toxicity - Daphnia Metsulfuron methyl EC50: >120 mg/l/48h

Acute Toxicity - Algae Metsulfuron methyl EC50: 0.045 mg/l/72h.

Acute Toxicity - Other Organisms Metsulfuron methyl Birds: Not toxic to birds. LD50 (mallard duck): >2510 mg/kg LD50 (bobwhite quail): >5620 mg/kg

Bees: Not toxic to bees. LD50 >44.3 µg/bee.

Hazardous to the Ozone Layer This product is not expected to deplete the ozone layer.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Disposal Considerations Dispose of waste according to applicable local and national regulations. Do not allow into drains or watercourses or dispose of where ground or surface waters may be affected. Wastes including emptied containers are controlled wastes and should be disposed of in accordance with all applicable local and national regulations. To minimise personal exposure, refer to Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.

Product Disposal On site disposal of the concentrated product is not acceptable. Ideally, the product should be used for its intended purpose. If there is a need to dispose of the product, approach local authorities who hold periodic collections of unwanted chemicals (ChemClear®).

Container Disposal and Methods Do not use this container for any other purpose. drumMUSTER is the national program for the collection and recycling of empty, cleaned, non returnable crop production and on-farm animal health chemical containers. If the label on your container carries the drumMUSTER symbol, triple rinse the container, ring your local Council, and offer the container for collection in the program. Returnable containers: empty contents fully into application equipment. Replace cap, close all valves and return to the point of supply for refill or storage. If not recycling, puncture or shred and bury containers in local authority landfill. If no landfill is available, bury the containers below 500mm in a disposal pit specifically marked and set up for this purpose clear of waterways, desirable vegetation and tree roots. Empty containers and product should not be burnt. If recycling, replace cap and return clean containers to recycler or designated collection point. Triple or preferably pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to the spray tank.

Section 14 - Transport Information

Transport Information Road and Rail Transport (ADG Code): This product complies with the requirements of Special Provision AU01 and is therefore exempted from being classified as Dangerous Goods according to the ADG Code. Note: Special Provision AU01: Environmentally Hazardous Substances meeting the descriptions of UN 3077 or UN 3082 are not subject to this Code when transported by road or rail in: packagings that do not incorporate a receptacle exceeding 500 kg(L); or IBCs.

Marine Transport (IMO/IMDG): Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code) for transport by sea. Class/Division: 9 UN No: 3077 Proper Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Contains Metsulfuron Methyl) MARINE POLLUTANT Packing Group: III EMS: F-A, S-F Special Provisions: 274, 335, 966, 967, 969

Air Transport (ICAO/IATA): Classified as Dangerous Goods by the criteria of the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations for transport by air. Class/Division: 9 UN No: 3077 Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.(Contains Metsulfuron Methyl) Packing Group: III Label: Miscellaneous, Environmentally hazardous Packaging Instructions (passenger & cargo): 956 Packaging Instructions (cargo only): 956 Special provisions: A97, A158, A179, A197, A215

UN Number None Allocated

Proper Shipping Name None Allocated

Transport Hazard Class None Allocated

Hazchem Code 2Z

Special Precautions for User Not available

IMDG Marine pollutant Yes

Transport in Bulk For bulk shipments as Class 9, use UN 3077, HazChem code 2Z.

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

Regulatory Information Not classified as Hazardous according to the Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) including Work, Health and Safety Regulations, Australia. Not classified as a Scheduled Poison according to the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons (SUSMP). WHS regulations (2011) - Schedule 11: classification not listed.

Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled

Montreal Protocol Not listed

Stockholm Convention Not listed

Rotterdam Convention Not listed

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) Not available

APVMA product number: 46361. This product is registered with the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA).

Basel Convention Not listed

Section 16 - Any Other Relevant Information

Date of Preparation SDS Amended: January 2024, Product Identifier and Product Type updated. SDS Reviewed: January 2023 Supersedes: August 2021

Version Number 3.1

Literature References Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Chemicals Code of Practice. Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons. Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail. Work Health and Safety Regulations, Schedule 10: Prohibited carcinogens, restricted carcinogens and restricted hazardous chemicals. Code of Practice for Supply Diversion into Illicit Drug Manufacture. National Code of Practice for Chemicals of Security Concern. Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Chemicals Act. International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) Monographs. Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). Rotterdam Convention on the Prior Informed Consent Procedure for Certain Hazardous Chemicals and Pesticides in International Trade. Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary Movements of Hazardous Wastes and Their Disposal. International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations. International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code. Workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants. Adopted biological exposure determinants, American Conference of Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH). Globally Harmonised System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (7th revised edition). Code of Practice: Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work.

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