Date of Issue: 18 November 2005
MSDS Kenso Agcare Cletho 240 EC Selective Herbicide

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET


Statement of Hazardous Nature:
Hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC.

Company: Kenso Corporation (M) Sdn Bhd
Address: Kirkland Corner H/177, Old Cleveland Rd.
Coorparoo Queensland 4151
Telephone Number: (07) 3847 4288
Facsimile Number: (07) 3847 4188
Emergency Telephone Number: 000 (Police or Fire Brigade)
131126 (Poisons Information Centre)

IDENTIFICATION


Product Name: Kenso Agcare Cletho 240 EC Selective Herbicide
Other names: None
UN Number: N/A
Hazchem Code: Not regulated
Dangerous Goods Class: Not regulated
Poison Schedule: Not regulated
Manufacturer's Product Code: None
Use: For the control of certain grass weeds in beetroot, cabbage,
canola, celery, chickpeas, cotton, faba beans, field peas,
forestry, lentils, lettuce, lupins, mungbeans, non-bearing
fruit tree, onions, ornamentals, peanuts, potatoes and
soybeans.

Physical Description/Properties

Form: Liquid
Colour: Dark liquid
Odour: Aromatic
pH: 3.6 in 5% solution
Melting point (??C): N/A
Boiling point (??C): N/A
Specific Gravity: 0.96
Vapour Pressure: N/A
Flammability Limits: N/A
Solubility: Soluble in hydrocarbon solvents. Emulsifiable in water
Viscosity: 2.05 cps @ 25??C


Ingredients

Chemical entity CAS number Proportion
Clethodim 99129-21-2 25%
Inert ingredient secret 12%
Solvent 150 64742-94-5 To 100%
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MSDS Kenso Agcare Cletho 240 EC Selective Herbicide

HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION


Acute:
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea if
ingestion of this product happened. It can directly enter the lungs if
swallowed (aspiration) or when vomiting due to the low viscosity of this
product.

Skin: This product may cause moderate skin irritation. The degree of injury will
depend on the quantity and time to contact and the speed and thoroughness
of the first aid treatment. The expected adverse health effects may include
redness and swelling.

Inhaled: Exposure to very high concentrations may result in respiratory irritation.
Signs and symptoms may include nasal discharge, sore throat, coughing
and difficulty in breathing.

Eye: This product may cause prolonged and/or substantial irritation following eye
contact. The degree of the injury will depend on the amount and duration of
the contact and the speed and thoroughness of the first aid treatment. The
expected adverse effects resulting from an exposure may include redness,
swelling and pain that could last for an extended period of time.

Chronic: Clethodim technical was not carcinogenic to animals. Increased liver
weights and anaemia have been observed in animals exposed to Clethodim
technical.

First Aid

Ingestion: If swallowed, drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and telephone for medical advice. DO NOT
induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If medical advice cannot be
obtained, then take person and product container to the nearest emergency treatment
centre or hospital.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of soap and water. See a doctor if
any signs or symptoms described in this document occur. Discard contaminated non-
waterproof shoes and boots. Wash contaminated clothing before re-wearing.
Eyes: If in contact with eyes, flush eyes immediately with plenty of fresh water for at least 15
minutes while holding the eyelids open. However, if irritation persists, see a doctor.
Inhaled: Remove to fresh air if respiratory discomfort or irritation occurs. See a doctor if discomfort or
irritation continues.

Advice to Doctor
This material contains light hydrocarbon liquid and an aspiration hazard may exist.


PRECAUTIONS FOR USE


Eye Protection
Safety goggles should be worn.

Respiratory/ Ventilation Requirements
This material may be an inhalation hazard and, unless ventilation is adequate, the use of approved
respiratory protection is recommended. Use this material only in well-ventilated areas.

Skin Protection
Avoid contact with skin or clothing. Skin contact should be minimized by wearing protective clothing including
gloves.
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MSDS Kenso Agcare Cletho 240 EC Selective Herbicide


SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION


DO NOT USE OR STORE near flame, sparks or hot surfaces. USE ONLY IN WELL VENTILATED AREA.
Keep container closed. DO NOT weld, heat or drill container. Replace cap or bung. Emptied container still
contains hazardous or explosive vapour or liquid. Determine concentrations and take appropriate measures
for personal protection before entry into confined spaces that may have contained hazardous material. Do
not store or transport near food or feedstuffs. Use strictly in accordance with label precautionary statements
and directions.

Spills and Disposal

For Spills on Land
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches that lead to waterways. Contain spilled liquids with dry sorbents.
Clean up spill immediately. Absorb spill with inert materials (i.e. dry sand or earth), then place in a chemical
waste container. Wash area with soap and water. Pick up wash liquid with additional absorbent and place in
a disposable container.

For Spills on Water
This material forms an emulsion in water. Stop or reduce contamination of any water. Isolate contaminated
water. Remove contaminated water for removal or treatment.

Disposal
Check governmental regulations and local authorities for approved disposal of this material. Dispose in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Liquid evaporates and forms a vapour (fumes) that can catch fire and burn with explosive violence. Invisible
vapour spreads easily and can be set on fire by many sources such as pilot lights, welding equipment, and
electrical motors and switches. Fire hazard is greater as liquid temperature rises above 29??C (85??F).
Products of combustion from fires involving this material may be toxic. Avoid breathing smoke and mists.
Avoid personnel and equipment contact with fallout and runoff. Minimize the amount of water used for fire
fighting. Do not enter any enclosed area without full protective equipment, including self-contained breathing
equipment. Contain and isolate runoff and debris for proper disposal. Decontaminate personal protective
equipment and fire fighting equipment before reuse.

OTHER INFORMATION

Avian Toxicity: The acute toxicity of Clethodim Technical to birds is very low.
Bobwhite quail oral LD50> 2g/kg Bobwhite quail dietary LC50> 6000ppm
Mallard duck dietary LC50> 6000ppm

No reproductive effects were observed in mallard ducks exposed to 1000 ppm of Clethodim Technical. In
Bobwhite quail, a slight decrease in viability of embryos of eggs from females exposed to 1000 ppm was
observed. A NOEL was established at 300 ppm of this study.

Aquatic Organism Toxicity: Clethodim Technical is only slightly toxic to freshwater fish and practically non-
toxic to Daphnia.
Rainbow Trout 96 hour LC50 = 67mg/L Bluegill Sunfish 96 hour LC50 = 120mg/L
Daphnia magna 48 hour LC50 > 120mg/L

Bee Toxicity: Technical was found to be non-toxic to adult worker bees at the highest dose tested, 100
micrograms/bee
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MSDS Kenso Agcare Cletho 240 EC Selective Herbicide

CONTACT POINT:
Police and Fire Brigade: Dial 000
National Poisons Information Centre: Dial 13 1126 (from anywhere in Australia)
For 24 hour emergency response: Dial 0439 933 556
Ask for Murray Goodlich


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