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SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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1. Identification of the Substance/Mixture and Supplier
Perigen® 500 Spray and Residual Insecticide
A liquid insecticide concentrate for use against timber and 0800 734 607 Orica SH&E Shared services (24hr) 2. Hazards Identification
Classified as hazardous according to the criteria in the Hazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001. HSNO Class♦
3.1D, 6.1D, 6.3B, 6.4A, 6.5A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A, 9.3B, 9.4A May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. May cause sensitisation from prolonged skin contact. May cause organ damage from repeated oral exposure Very toxic to terrestrial invertebrates. 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Pure substance:
Mixture:
SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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4. First Aid Measures
In case of poisoning by any exposure route contact the National Poisons and Hazardous Chemicals Information Centre, PO Box 913, Dunedin. Phone 0800 764 766, 0800 POISON. No specific facilities required. Standard emergency equipment must Burning sensations on the skin, irritation of the mucous membranes, coughing and sneezing may be experienced. Following severe intoxication, respiratory effects can include chest tightness, airway hyperreaction, and pulmonary oedema. Possible circulatory effects include tachycardia, hypotension, and palpitations. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pain. Potential Central Nervous System effects are dizziness, blurred vision, headache, listlessness, anorexia, somnolence/coma, seizures/convulsions, tremor, and prostration Do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical advice. Immediately rinse eyes thoroughly, including under eyelids, with running water for at least 15 minutes. Seek immediate medical Carefully remove contaminated clothing and footwear. Wash affected areas with soap and water. Apply vitamin E cream, toilet milks or local anaesthetic creams to reduce irritation if it occurs. Seek medical advice if at all worried. Launder contaminated clothing Remove person to fresh air. Keep at rest. Seek medical advice if exposure has been more than trivial. Administer artificial respiration Treat large intakes with gastric lavage, and charcoal administration. Use endotracheal intubation, and artificial respiration (if necessary). Monitor respiratory and cardiac functions. Observe electrocardiograph, and check for pulmonary oedema in event of inhalation. Anticonvulsant therapy with diazepam i.v. As no antidote is known, treatment is symptomatic. Contraindication – adrenergic compounds, atropine. DO NOT confuse with anticholinesterase compounds. Skin contacted by permethrin must be carefully cleaned with cleansing milk. Symptoms can be partially alleviated by the application of a vitamin E or moisturising cream or anaesthetic SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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ointment. For eyes, instil local anaesthetic drops e.g. 1% amethocaine hydrochloride eye drops. Give analgesics as necessary. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures
In case of fire, the evolution of dangerous gases is possible. Foam, dry chemical or water spray. Do not use a water jet from a fire This product is a combustible liquid. Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Do not release contaminated water into the environment. Keep intact containers cool by spraying with water. Keep people away and upwind. 6. Accidental Release Measures
Emergency procedures:
Ensure suitable personal protection during removal of spillages. This means wearing eye protection, chemically resistant gloves, Washings must be prevented from entering surface water drains or Wear goggles, half face-piece respirator with combined dust and vapour cartridge, full length clothing and PVC gloves. Contaminated material must be disposed of in accordance with all  For quantities up to 50 kg of product bury in a secure  For quantities greater than 50 kg seek advice from the manufacturer (use emergency contact number) before attempting disposal. Contain in a secure location until disposal method is established. Decontaminate the spill area with detergent and water and rinse with the smallest volume of water practicable. 7. Handling and Storage
Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with skin and eyes and do not inhale spray mist. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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apply in the presence of naked flames, hot surfaces or unprotected electrical equipment. Use proper grounding procedures. Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place and protect from sunlight. Avoid temperatures below 0 °C or above 30 °C. Store in original container, tightly closed, away from foodstuffs. 8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection
Control process conditions to avoid contact. Use local exhaust ventilation. Keep product away from sources of ignition. Wear an approved respirator to prevent inhalation, if insufficient Avoid contact with the eyes. Wear safety goggles. Wear a face Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not inhale vapour and spray mist. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after use and before eating, drinking or smoking. After each day's use wash face shield, gloves and contaminated clothing. Store work clothes and street clothes separately. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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10. Stability and Reactivity
Extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Incompatible with strong oxidising agents None when stored and handled according to prescribed instructions. 11. Toxicological Information
LD50 rat: 1479 mg/kg (permethrin 25:75 in corn oil) LD50 rabbit: >2000 mg/kg (permethrin) Avoid breathing vapour / spray / fumes. Inhalation of spray may produce respiratory irritation and irritation. Mild irritant and drying to the skin. Prolonged skin contact may cause skin sensitisation.The material should not be allowed to come Irritating. The material should not be allowed to contact the eyes. Harmful if swallowed. Repeated oral exposure may cause organ Permethrin is not mutagenic, teratogenic or carcinogenic. In animal tests permethrin was a moderate skin sensitiser. At high doses, the solvent caused reversible damage to the liver and kidney of male rats. These effects are not relevant to humans at occupational levels of exposure. 12. Ecological Information
LC50: (96 h) 2.5 μg/L rainbow trout (permethrin) LD50: >9800 mg/kg mallard duck (permethrin 40:60) LD50: (oral) (24 h) 0.098 μg/bee; (topical) 0.029 μg/bee SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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13. Disposal Considerations
Dispose of this product only by using according to the label, or at an approved landfill, or other approved facility. Avoid contamination of any water supply with product or empty container. Triple rinse the empty container adding rinsings to the spray tank. Burn in an appropriate incinerator, if circumstances such as wind direction permit. Otherwise crush or puncture and bury in a suitable landfill, or if appropriate, recycle. Do not use container for any other purpose. 14. Transportation Information
Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS Marine Pollutant: Marine Pollutant for Marine Transport Class: 9 Packing Group: III Shipping Name: ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS 15. Regulatory Information
HSNO Controls (inc. Tracking): Records of use, as described in the current version of NZS 8409 Management of Agrichemicals must be kept if more than 3 L is applied or discharged within 24 hours in a place where the substance is likely to enter air or water and leave the place. See www.ermanz.govt.nz for full listing of controls. SAFETY DATA SHEET

PERIGEN® 500
Spray and Residual
Insecticide
Date of Issue: 28th March, 2011
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Approved Handlers required: This product must be under the control of an approved handler when applied in a wide dispersive manner or used by a 16. Other Information
3.1D Low hazard flammable liquid. 6.1D May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. 6.3B Mild skin irritant. 6.4A May irritate the eyes. 6.5A May cause respiratory sensitisation. 6.5B May cause sensitisation from prolonged skin contact. 6.9B May cause organ damage from repeated oral exposure 9.1A Very toxic to aquatic life. 9.3B Toxic to terrestrial vertebrates. 9.4A Very toxic to terrestrial invertebrates. ________________________________________________________________________________R65 – Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed. ® Registered trademark of Bayer. The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. The purpose of this Safety Data Sheet is to describe products in terms of their safety requirements. The above details do not imply any guarantee concerning composition, properties or performance of the product.

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